Construction Manager - Runway Projects

Job title: Construction Manager - Runway Construction Projects

Job Type: Contract - Inside IR35

Duration: ASAP (TBC) - 12 Month duration - potential to extend

Salary Range

Rates around experience

Location: London, UK

Full Site Based/Hybrid/Remote Working: Full Site Based (Office/Project)

Hours of work: Full Time - 40 hours a week

Role information

• Lead construction teams on a major aviation infrastructure project.
• Manage civil construction activities in a live operational environment.
• Coordinate with design, engineering, procurement, and project controls teams.
• Review constructability, logistics, sequencing, and temporary works strategies.
• Monitor contractor performance, quality, cost, and programme delivery.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental (HSE), and quality standards.
• Support commissioning, project handover, and close-out activities.
• Mentor and supervise Field Engineers and construction personnel.
• Resolve on-site technical issues and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications/Experience Required

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline - or equivalent professional experience
• Significant experience as a Construction Manager, Senior Field Engineer, or similar on major civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience delivering projects in live operational environments.
• Strong knowledge of civil construction methods, sequencing, and constructability.
• Excellent understanding of HSE and quality management practices.
• Experience managing contractors, project schedules, costs, and stakeholder relationships.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Desirable:
• Chartered Engineer (CEng) or equivalent.
• Aviation, airfield, or major transport infrastructure experience.
• Knowledge of UK CDM Regulations.
• Experience administering NEC contracts.
• Experience delivering brownfield projects in live environments.

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Company information

This Permanent vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd.

Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients, from large well-known brands to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focusing on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates.

Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company specialising in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.