Construction Manager

Construction Manager

Location: London Company: Ambit Employment Type: Full-Time

Build the Future with Ambit

At Ambit, we are passionate about delivering high-quality construction projects that create lasting value for our clients, communities, and partners. As we continue to grow, we are looking for an experienced and driven Construction Manager to lead projects from planning through to completion, ensuring excellence in delivery, safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy leading teams, and are committed to delivering projects on time and within budget, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As a Construction Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of construction projects, overseeing site operations, managing stakeholders, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction projects from inception to completion.
• Oversee site operations, ensuring work is delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Manage contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams.
• Monitor project progress and proactively resolve issues and risks.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Develop and maintain project programmes and resource plans.
• Manage project budgets, costs, and financial reporting.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site inspections and project review meetings.
• Drive continuous improvement and best practice across project delivery.

About You

We're looking for a proactive and results-focused leader who can confidently manage multiple stakeholders and deliver outstanding project outcomes.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Construction Manager, Senior Site Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, project management, and health & safety regulations.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build effective relationships with clients and project teams.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Full driving licence.

Desirable

• Degree or qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional membership with a recognised industry body.
• Experience across commercial, residential, industrial, or infrastructure projects.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Professional training and development.
• Company pension scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.

Why Join Ambit?

At Ambit, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and innovation, empowering our teams to make a real impact. You'll be joining a growing organisation where your expertise will be valued, your ideas will be heard, and your career can thrive.

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