Construction Manager Lead

6 days ago


Bellshill, North Lanarkshire, United Kingdom Gibson Recruitment Limited Full time

Job Description

About the Role

A national contractor is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join their Scottish operation on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will have a background in Civil Engineering or general Construction and will be responsible for overseeing the development of cost estimates and budgets for Construction and Civil engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Lead and mentor a team of Construction civil engineering estimators, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
  2. Liaise with Electrical Estimator Head and the team to provide complete estimates.
  3. Develop detailed cost estimates for civil engineering projects, including labour, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
  4. Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive estimates.
  5. Use specialised software and tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency in estimation processes.
  6. Analyse project requirements and constraints to identify potential cost-saving opportunities and risks.
  7. Conduct site visits to gather necessary information and assess project conditions.
  8. Work closely with project managers, engineers, architects, and other stakeholders to gather input and ensure accurate estimates.
  9. Prepare and present detailed estimation reports and summaries to senior management and clients.
  10. Maintain records of estimates, including assumptions, methodologies, and supporting data.
  11. Assist in the development of project budgets and financial forecasts.
  12. Monitor actual project costs against estimates and recommend corrective actions as needed.
About You

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Construction Manager who has a strong background in Civil Engineering or general Construction. You will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, ideally with a Main Contractor, and at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role. You should be proficient in estimating software and tools and have strong leadership and team management skills.

What We Offer

Gibson Recruitment Limited offers a competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000 DOE + car allowance + comprehensive benefits package.



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