Construction Manager

Construction Manager – Super-Prime Heritage Residential
Location: South West London
Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 + package
Type: Permanent | Full-time
We're seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead delivery on the restoration of a Grade II* listed residence in South West London, Jacobean in origin with Georgian and Victorian layers, including a new two-storey basement. As Construction Manager you'll take charge of the construction effort, programme, site team, subcontractors and quality, while working closely with the design team and the client.
A delivery-led role for a Construction Manager who owns the build and the standard.
Responsibilities
As Construction Manager, you will:
* Lead construction delivery from pre-construction planning through to completion
* Manage the site team and subcontractor packages
* Own the programme, drive progress and hold quality to a super-prime benchmark
* Integrate complex structural works and the two-storey basement
* Ensure modern systems are concealed within the historic fabric
* Work hand in hand with architects, engineers, interior designers and heritage specialists
* Support budget and contract management (JCT, bespoke)
* Liaise on listed-building and conservation requirements
You'll need
* 10+ years as a Construction Manager or senior delivery lead on prime London residential
* Heritage refurbishment and complex basement experience (£10m+)
* Strong programme, subcontractor and quality management
* Knowledge of Georgian, Palladian and Victorian detailing
* Confidence across both traditional craft and modern building technology
* Comfort interfacing with conservation bodies and private clients
* RICS, CIOB or APM preferred; SPAB or IHBC heritage training a plus
On offer
* £80,000–£100,000 depending on experience
* Discretionary performance-related bonus
* A career-defining build on a truly iconic home
If you're a Construction Manager ready for a landmark heritage project, get in touch with Sam Patuzzo at Samuel James Recruitment