Construction Manager
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom Full-time Posted 1 hour ago
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You will be working in the Building Operating Unit where Skanska is delivering Botanic Place, the construction and mechanical and electrical fit-out of a major office development in central Cambridge, alongside restoring the building shell of the former Flying Pig pub. The project will create a high-quality workplace with extensive terraces, premium internal amenities whilst targeting ambitious sustainability and wellbeing targets.
We are currently looking for a Construction Manager who will lead the delivery of a key washroom package on site, driving safe, high-quality work from start to finish. You’ll take ownership of installations including IPS panels, sanitary-ware, tiling, cubicles, finishes and associated MEP connections, ensuring every element is expertly coordinated and delivered on time. Working at the heart of the project, you’ll manage subcontractors, plan and sequence works, and collaborate closely with MEP, design and internal teams to resolve interfaces, coordinate services and setting out, and achieve a first-class finish.
As The Construction Manager, You Will
You will be working in the Building Operating Unit where Skanska is delivering Botanic Place, the construction and mechanical and electrical fit-out of a major office development in central Cambridge, alongside restoring the building shell of the former Flying Pig pub. The project will create a high-quality workplace with extensive terraces, premium internal amenities whilst targeting ambitious sustainability and wellbeing targets.
We are currently looking for a Construction Manager who will lead the delivery of a key washroom package on site, driving safe, high-quality work from start to finish. You’ll take ownership of installations including IPS panels, sanitary-ware, tiling, cubicles, finishes and associated MEP connections, ensuring every element is expertly coordinated and delivered on time. Working at the heart of the project, you’ll manage subcontractors, plan and sequence works, and collaborate closely with MEP, design and internal teams to resolve interfaces, coordinate services and setting out, and achieve a first-class finish.
As The Construction Manager, You Will
- Champion a strong safety culture on site, ensuring all work is delivered in a planned, controlled and fully compliant way
- Lead and manage subcontractors to deliver high-quality work in line with drawings, specifications and project standards
- Coordinate labour, materials and on-site activities to keep works running efficiently and support the wider construction team
- Monitor progress through clear reporting, identifying issues early and helping maintain programme performance
- Tackle site challenges with confidence, resolving problems quickly and sharing improvements that can enhance delivery
- Work closely with project and design teams to develop practical, cost-conscious solutions that meet site requirements and drive successful project outcomes
- Experience working as a Construction Manager on projects of a similar size and complexity, ideally with a Tier 1 main contractor
- Proven track record in successfully delivering building projects to high standards with washroom package experience.
- Significant site-based experience, including leading people, subcontractors and managing on-site operations
- Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing and the practical delivery of works on site
- Construction-related qualification to HNC level or equivalent
- Member of, or working towards membership of, a recognised professional institution, with MCIOB or ICE highly desirable
- 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
- Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
- Professional development
- Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity, dependants and parenta
