Senior Construction Manager
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager to take full financial and delivery responsibility for a portfolio of projects, ensuring JCA consistently delivers high‑quality, cost‑effective, and compliant services. You will oversee all stages of the project lifecycle—from opportunity and pre‑contract through to completion and defects management—ensuring that each project is executed to the highest standards of safety, quality, and profitability. This role requires a commercially aware, technically strong, and people‑focused leader who can manage large teams, complex projects, and multiple stakeholders while maintaining JCA’s reputation for engineering excellence.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the overall management, planning, design, construction, and performance of allocated projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to specification.
* Provide strong leadership, direction, and vision for project teams, aligned with JCA’s core values and best practices.
* Maintain ownership of the project lifecycle, ensuring seamless coordination between departments and functions.
* Lead and participate in client and stakeholder meetings, ensuring clear communication and strong relationships throughout the project.
* Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and statutory obligations at all times.
* Take full responsibility for project financial performance, including cost control, forecasting, sales, gross profit, and risk management.
* Accurately report on financial performance and progress through regular forecasting and variance analysis.
* Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial and operational risks across projects.
* Drive margin improvement and additional revenue opportunities through strong client relationships and proactive management.
Team & Resource Management
* Manage both direct and indirect resources, including internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and logistics partners.
* Lead recruitment, performance reviews, training, and professional development for project personnel.
* Forecast and allocate resources effectively across multiple concurrent projects.
* Conduct regular team meetings, briefings, and two‑way communication forums to ensure alignment and accountability.
Health, Safety, Quality & Environment (HSQE)
* Promote a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.
* Conduct regular HSQE audits and ensure compliance with all relevant standards and company procedures.
* Ensure that all site activities meet legislative and corporate safety requirements.
Client & Stakeholder Management
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction, retention, and repeat business.
* Represent JCA at client meetings, industry forums, and corporate events, maintaining professionalism and integrity at all times.
* Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to identify new opportunities and support business growth.
Qualifications & Experience
* HND/HNC, foundation degree, or bachelor’s degree in Building Studies, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
* Proven experience managing large‑scale construction or engineering projects of comparable size and complexity.
* Strong leadership and team management experience.
* IOSH Managing Safely or SMSTS certification (essential).
* Valid CSCS card relevant to the role.
* First Aid at Work certification.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Knowledge of construction methods, building systems, business management, and financial control.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
About JCA
JCA is a multi‑faceted engineering services and construction business specialising in the development of buildings and facilities with business‑critical engineering systems. We deliver a comprehensive range of services tailored to the needs of commercial property owners across multiple sectors, including Service & Maintenance, Interior Fit‑Out, and Design & Consultancy. With a reputation built on transparency, integrity, and innovation, JCA consistently delivers excellence across design, construction, and maintenance. Our collaborative, client‑focused approach ensures every project is managed with precision, quality, and care.
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