Assistant Construction Manager

ASSISTANT CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Location: Shifnal, Shropshire

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + Company Electric Vehicle + Benefits Package

Our client is a well established and highly respected property and land management organisation responsible for a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural assets across the Midlands.

With significant ongoing investment across its property portfolio, the business is entering an exciting period of growth and development, delivering a wide variety of refurbishment, maintenance and construction projects. As a result, an opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Assistant Construction Manager to join the team and support the successful delivery of projects across the estate.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a values-led organisation with a long-term approach to investment, sustainability and asset management, offering exposure to a unique and varied range of construction projects.

Reporting directly to the Construction Manager, you will play a key role in the delivery of refurbishment, maintenance and development projects across a diverse property portfolio.

You will be responsible for managing smaller works from inception through to completion whilst assisting in the delivery of larger construction projects. Working closely with contractors, consultants, tenants and internal stakeholders, you will help ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and within budget.

Projects will typically include:

• Planned maintenance works
• Putting together packages of works and resolving aged issues
• Residential refurbishment projects
• Commercial property alterations
• Farm and estate building improvements
• Infrastructure and external works
• Statutory compliance and remedial works

This role offers an excellent platform for an individual looking to further develop their project management and construction management skills, with a clear pathway towards a Construction Manager position.

• Manage small works and maintenance projects across the estate portfolio.
• Coordinate refurbishment and improvement projects from initial brief through to completion.
• Monitor project programmes, budgets, quality standards and contractor performance.
• Undertake site inspections to ensure works are completed safely and in accordance with approved specifications.
• Support the Construction Manager in delivering larger development and capital projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within approved budgets.
• Obtain quotations and tenders from contractors and suppliers.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors on-site.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors and supply chain partners.
• Monitor contractor compliance, performance and workmanship standards.
• Assist in delivering planned preventative maintenance programmes.
• Support statutory compliance programmes and remedial works.
• Carry out property inspections and prepare schedules of work.
• Maintain accurate project, compliance and maintenance records.
• Assist in preparing project budgets and cost estimates.
• Monitor expenditure against approved budgets.
• Review contractor valuations and invoices.
• Support procurement of specialist materials, services and equipment.
• Promote a positive health and safety culture throughout project delivery.
• Assist with CDM requirements and associated project documentation.
• Undertake regular site safety inspections and audits.
• Provide regular progress updates to key stakeholders across the business.

We are seeking an Assistant Construction Manager, Project Coordinator, Construction Coordinator, Assistant Project Manager, Site Manager or similar construction professional looking to broaden their experience across a varied property portfolio.

You will be organised, proactive and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously whilst maintaining excellent stakeholder relationships.

Essential Experience

• Experience within construction, maintenance, refurbishment or property-related projects.
• Previous experience coordinating contractors and managing works on-site.
• Good understanding of construction methods, building regulations and project delivery.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Commercial awareness and cost-conscious approach.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and project administration systems.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Experience

• HNC/HND or Degree in Construction Management, Building Surveying or a related discipline.
• SMSTS, SSSTS or IOSH qualification.
• Experience working across residential, commercial or rural property environments.
• Knowledge of JCT Contracts and CDM Regulations.
• Experience managing planned preventative maintenance programmes.
• Ambition to progress into a Construction Manager position.

• £40,000 - £45,000 Base Salary
• Company Electric Vehicle
• Benefits Package
• Pension Scheme
• Annual Leave Entitlement
• Exposure to a Diverse Property Portfolio
• Ongoing Professional Development

This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive organisation offering exposure to a unique range of residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural construction projects whilst developing your career.

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