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Major Works Project Manager

Posted Today by Carrington West


The Major Works Project Manager role is a 3-month contract based in North London, specifically in Enfield, with the pote...

  • Rate £445 per day
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Enfield

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SAP Technical Delivery Manager

Posted 1 day ago by JAM Recruitment Ltd


Join a prestigious aerospace organization as a SAP Technical Delivery Manager, primarily based in Preston/Frimley with o...

  • Rate Negotiable
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Camberley, Surrey, UK

Agile Delivery Manager

Posted 1 day ago by Sanderson Government and Defence


The role of Agile Delivery Manager involves leading Agile delivery for complex, business-critical programmes within a se...

  • Rate Negotiable
  • Category Outside
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location Taunton, Somerset, UK

Senior Engineering Manager (AI)

Posted 1 day ago by Guidant Global


The Senior Engineering Manager (AI) role involves leading teams in the early stages of AI maturity within the organizati...

  • Rate Negotiable
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location London, UK

Billing Manager

Posted 1 day ago by Marc Daniels


The role of Billing Manager is a 3-month contract position with the possibility of extension, focused on supporting a fi...

  • Rate Negotiable
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Reading, Berkshire, UK

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Marketing And Communications Manager

Posted 1 day ago by TACT (The Adolescent & Childrens Trust)


The Marketing and Communications Manager role involves overseeing marketing strategies and communications efforts for an...

  • Rate Negotiable
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Remote
  • Location Blyth, Northumberland, UK

Hardware Asset Manager/Configuration Manager/Software License

Posted 1 day ago by Sanderson Recruitment


The role of Hardware Asset Manager involves managing hardware assets and software licenses within a large estate, suitab...

  • Rate Negotiable
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location United Kingdom

Programme Manager

Posted 1 day ago by Lorien


The Programme Manager role involves leading a large-scale enterprise migration programme for a banking client, focusing...

  • Rate Negotiable
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location London, UK

Polish IT Helpdesk Call Analyst

Posted 1 day ago by Precept Recruit


The Polish IT Helpdesk Call Analyst role offers a dynamic opportunity to provide technical support to clients while work...

  • Rate Negotiable
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, UK

Software Development Manager - Legal - Actionstep

Posted 1 day ago by Circle Group


The Software Development Manager role focuses on leading the development and delivery of legal technology solutions, spe...

  • Rate Negotiable
  • Category Inside
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location London, UK

Windows SysAdmin

Posted 1 day ago by Hays


You will be joining a global technology-led organisation to support a government-backed programme, focusing on a large-s...

  • Rate Negotiable
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location Leicester, Leicestershire, UK

Station Manager Control - North West

Posted 1 day ago by Merseyside Fire & Rescue Service


The Station Manager Control at Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service is a leadership role focused on enhancing the Fire Con...

  • Rate £52,236 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location North West; Manchester; Liverpool; Bolton; Warrington; Preston; Chester; Blackpool; Oldham; Wigan; Carlisle

Windows SysAdmin

Posted 1 day ago by Hays


You will be joining a global technology-led organization to support a government-backed program, focusing on a large-sca...

  • Rate Negotiable
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location Leicester, Leicestershire

Business Development Manager - South East

Posted 1 day ago by Actionstep


The Business Development Manager role at Actionstep UK focuses on generating a substantial outbound pipeline to drive gr...

  • Rate £70,000 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Remote
  • Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton

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Regional Sales Manager - South East

Posted 1 day ago by Orderyoyo Ltd


The Regional Sales Manager (RSM) will lead the growth and development of OrderYOYO within their designated region, actin...

  • Rate £52,000 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton

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Senior Project Manager

Posted 1 day ago by SymphonyAI


The Senior Project Manager role at SymphonyAI Financial Services involves leading high-impact programs in Customer Succe...

  • Rate £88,000 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton

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2606 - Claims Manager - Leeds, West Yorkshire

Posted 1 day ago by NHS resolution


The Claims Manager role at NHS Resolution involves managing a diverse portfolio of clinical claims, ensuring thorough in...

  • Rate £56,515 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location Leeds, West Yorkshire

Regional Sales Manager - Cardiff, South Glamorgan

Posted 1 day ago by Orderyoyo Ltd


The Regional Sales Manager (RSM) will lead the growth and development of OrderYOYO within their designated region, actin...

  • Rate £52,000 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location Cardiff, South Glamorgan

Regional Contract Manager - South East

Posted 1 day ago by Kudos Services


The Regional Contract Manager role at Kudos Services involves overseeing the delivery of operational Facilities Manageme...

  • Rate £60,000 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Undetermined
  • Location South East; Milton Keynes; Southampton; Dartford; Reading; Maidstone; Sutton; Croydon; Slough; Portsmouth; Brighton

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Senior Partner Manager

Posted 1 day ago by Xelix


The Senior Partner Manager at Xelix will oversee key partnerships that contribute significantly to the company's revenue...

  • Rate £115,000 per year
  • Category Undetermined
  • Work type Hybrid
  • Location London; City of London; East London; Central London; South East London; West London; Canary Wharf; South West London; North London; Greenwich; Stratford

About Our Construction Manager Contract Roles

What does a construction manager contractor do?

Organisations bring in Construction Manager contractors to take responsibility for the day-to-day management of construction works on site, overseeing the programme, workforce, subcontractors, and resources required to deliver a project safely, to specification, on time, and within budget. The work involves planning and sequencing construction activities, managing and coordinating subcontractor packages, monitoring and reporting progress against programme, managing site safety in accordance with CDM regulations, resolving technical and logistical issues as they arise, and maintaining the quality of construction output. Construction Manager contractors are brought in on major projects where dedicated site leadership is required, or to cover a vacancy within a project team during delivery.

What sets strong Construction Manager contractors apart is are built primarily on practical site management experience on comparable projects. The ability to manage complex, multi-trade construction programmes, coordinate subcontractor interfaces, and maintain momentum on site under the pressures of programme and cost is the core competency. Familiarity with the relevant contract form, particularly NEC or JCT, and the ability to manage the interface between commercial and operational delivery is expected at senior levels. SMSTS certification, a valid CSCS card, and First Aid at Work certification are standard requirements for site-based roles. CIOB membership or chartership is well regarded, and a degree or HNC in construction management or civil engineering is a common requirement at Construction Manager level.

What is the market like for construction manager contractors?

The market for Construction Manager contractors is a consistently active market driven by the volume and variety of construction and infrastructure work across the UK. The residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors all generate demand for experienced Construction Managers on a contract basis, particularly on projects of sufficient scale to justify dedicated site management resource. The skills required are broadly transferable across project types at mid level, though senior roles on major infrastructure or complex specialist construction programmes typically require specific sector experience. Rate levels mirror seniority and project complexity, with Construction Managers on major programmes commanding rates at the top end of the site management contractor market.

How much do construction manager contractors usually earn?

Contract rates for construction manager roles typically range from £450 to £800 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.

How many construction manager vacancies are there on Quality Contracts?

Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 200 construction manager contract roles across the site. Data reviewed up to June 2026.