Construction Manager Contract Jobs in London
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Project Manager Construction
Posted 1 day ago by Construction Logistics Group
About the roleConstruction Logistics Group is looking for an experienced Project manager.This is a 2-3 month opportunity...
- Rate £90,000 per year
- Category Not specified
- Work type Not specified
- Location Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire
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Civil Engineering Project Manager (Mining / Construction / civil / NEC 4)
Posted 2 days ago by GIOS Technology
We are hiring Project Manager (Mining / Construction / civil / NEC 4)Location : Hybrid - ScotlandHands-on Project Manage...
- Rate £35 per hour
- Category Not specified
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Scotland, United Kingdom
Electrical Construction Manager
Posted 2 days ago by Deploy Recruitment Group
The RoleAs Senior Electrical Construction Manager, you will take ownership of the electrical construction works from ins...
- Rate £150,000 per year
- Category Outside
- Work type Not specified
- Location Greater London, England, United Kingdom
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Construction Manager – Substation & Transmission Projects
Posted 1 week ago by Hydrogen Group
We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead the field execution of major substation and transmission cons...
- Rate Not specified
- Category Outside
- Work type Not specified
- Location Abilene, Texas
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About Our Construction Manager Contract Roles in London
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.
What is the contracting market like in London?
London dominates the UK contractor market by volume, depth, and rate levels. The capital concentrates the headquarters and major offices of most FTSE 100 companies, the largest global banks, the Big Four professional services firms, and the central government departments that collectively generate the majority of UK contract demand. Every contracting discipline covered on this site has active demand in London, from niche specialisms like threat intelligence and LLM engineering through to high-volume disciplines like project management and business analysis. The sheer density of employers means contractors in London typically have more choice of engagement at any given time than anywhere else in the UK. Day rates carry a premium of 15 to 25 per cent over the national average across most disciplines, reflecting both the concentration of complex, high-value programmes and the cost of operating in the capital.
How much do construction manager contractors usually earn in London?
Contract rates for construction manager roles in London typically range from £495 to £880 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many construction manager vacancies in London are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 200 construction manager contract roles across the site, with London accounting for roughly one in three of those. Data reviewed up to July 2026.