Build Manager

Build Manager

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Build Manager to oversee the construction element of our home improvement projects, predominantly conservatories, single-storey extensions and associated building works.

This is a hands-on role covering site management, technical surveying, quality control, compliance and subcontractor management, ensuring projects are completed safely, correctly and to the required standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor construction works from commencement through to completion.
• Carry out site inspections to monitor progress, workmanship, Health & Safety and compliance.
• Conduct additional inspections on complex, high-value and new-build-team projects.
• Ensure completed works meet required quality standards before installation progresses.
• Manage and support a network of subcontract build teams.
• Set and maintain clear workmanship, quality and performance standards.
• Address subcontractor performance, quality and compliance issues.
• Review surveys, drawings and proposed designs to identify potential issues before work begins.
• Provide practical construction solutions that meet customer, technical and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure works comply with Planning requirements, Planning conditions and Building Regulations.
• Liaise with Building Control and other relevant parties when required.
• Provide practical solutions to problems arising during live projects.
• Make informed decisions on site to keep projects progressing and minimise unnecessary costs.
• Escalate significant technical, quality or cost issues appropriately.
• Assist with identifying, interviewing and assessing potential subcontract build teams.
• Support the onboarding and development of new build teams.
• Monitor new teams during their initial projects and provide feedback and guidance.
• Provide technical construction advice to surveyors, installers, office teams and subcontractors.
• Act as a technical point of contact for building and construction queries.
• Support the resolution of technical issues before and during projects.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong practical construction knowledge and hands-on site experience.
• Experience with conservatories, single-storey extensions and domestic building projects.
• Experience managing builders and subcontract construction teams.
• Technical surveying and site inspection experience.
• Good understanding of Planning, Building Regulations, Health & Safety and CDM.
• Ability to read and assess technical drawings and construction details.
• Excellent communication and people-management skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.

The role would suit someone from a construction management, technical surveying, site management, conservatory or extension background who is comfortable working on site and dealing directly with customers, subcontractors and internal teams.