Morgan Sindall Infrastructure
Construction Manager
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Construction Manager (Project Manager Civils Package)
Location: Cumbria
About us:
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure delivers some of the UK’s most complex and critical infrastructure across six core sectors. From working on projects and long-term frameworks, we believe in connecting people, places and communities through responsible infrastructure. Our people are our business. We leverage their expertise to design and deliver safe, resilient infrastructure through innovative solutions. Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is part of Morgan Sindall Group plc, a leading UK construction and regeneration group with revenue of over £3 billion.
About The Role
We are looking for an experienced and driven Construction Manager to lead the delivery of construction operations for the Civils Package across projects and/or a defined geographical area.
In this role, you will take ownership of project performance, overseeing safety, quality, cost, and programme delivery for the civils elements. You will manage teams of supervisors, direct labour, and subcontractors, ensuring that all work is carried out to the highest standards.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident leader with strong operational and commercial awareness to make a real impact on project success.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all aspects of construction operations within your area or project
- Ensure delivery of projects in line with safety, quality, cost, and programme targets
- Plan works and establish procedures to ensure milestones and deadlines are achieved
- Effectively manage and coordinate labour, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Drive a culture of safety, quality, and “right first time” delivery
- Ensure full compliance with company policies, procedures, and legislative requirements
- Monitor and manage project performance, including audits, reporting, and reviews
- Deliver projects within agreed timescales and budgets
- Lead, coach, and develop supervisory staff and site teams
- Build strong working relationships across teams, clients, and stakeholders
- Promote continuous improvement and operational excellence
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What We’re Looking For
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant construction or engineering discipline
- Previous experience of Concrete framed structures installation
- Chartered or working towards chartership (e.g. CIOB, ICE)
- Proven experience managing construction projects or operational teams (Civils Biased)
- Strong knowledge of construction practices, standards, and legislation
- Sound commercial, contractual, and risk management understanding
Skills & Attributes
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent planning, organisation, and time management abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects without compromising quality
- Commercially aware with a focus on value and efficiency
- Confident decision-maker with strong analytical skills
- Effective communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate
- Proactive and adaptable approach to change
- Committed to delivering high standards of safety and quality
- Knowledge and experience of Modern Methods of Construction to bring innovation to schedule and process delivery.
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What’s in it for you?
- Generous, incremental holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
- Family friendly policies and work/life approach
- Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
- Contributory pension scheme
- Annual bonus scheme
- Recognition scheme and long service awards
- Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance
The application process
Click "Apply" to upload your CV, provide contact details, and answer a few role-specific questions. Once your application is reviewed, our Talent team will notify you of the outcome. If selected, you’ll be invited to either an in-person or virtual interview via Teams.
At Morgan Sindall, we are an equal opportunities employer and Investors in People company, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace.
Morgan Sindall employs only those with the legal right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility is required during the recruitment process.
Morgan Sindall Infrastructure has a commitment to sourcing candidates directly and as such we do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Please note that any CVs submitted will be deemed as gifted to Morgan Sindall and any agency terms & conditions associated with the use of such CVs will be null and void.
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