Samuel James Recruitment Ltd

Assistant Construction Manager (Civil Engineering Background) Client Side Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire 50,000 - 60,000 + Package This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Engineer, Senior Engineer or Civil Engineer looking to move into a broader construction and development role. Working for a leading UK master developer, you will gain exposure across the full development process whilst supporting the delivery of major infrastructure packages on a flagship residential development. The Assistant Construction Manager's Role You will work alongside experienced Construction Managers and senior stakeholders whilst developing your own career towards Construction Manager level. Duties include: Supporting pre-construction and buildability reviews Coordinating roads, drainage and utilities packages Monitoring contractors and quality standards Reviewing technical information and drawings Liaising with housebuilders and consultants Supporting infrastructure handovers and adoptions Assisting with planning and sequencing works The Assistant Construction Manager Suitable candidates may currently be working as: Site Engineer Senior Engineer Section Engineer Civil Engineer Project Engineer Civil Supervisor You'll have experience within: Groundworks Infrastructure Roads and drainage Utilities Section 278 works Earthworks In Return? 50,000 - 60,000 Bonus 25 days annual leave 10% employer pension Family healthcare Dental insurance Death in service Genuine route into Construction Manager level Ref: Assistant Construction Manager / Civil Engineer / Site Engineer / Senior Engineer / Section Engineer / Infrastructure Engineer / Groundworks

Infrastructure Construction Manager Major Residential Development Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire 50,000 - 75,000 + Bonus + 10% Pension + Private Healthcare This opportunity is with a leading UK master developer delivering large-scale, infrastructure-led residential and mixed-use schemes. Their flagship development in Houghton Regis will deliver thousands of homes alongside extensive roads, drainage, utilities and earthworks packages, providing a long-term project environment and genuine career progression. This is a client-side role, ideally suited to someone from a groundworks or civil engineering contractor background looking to move away from traditional contracting and gain exposure across the full development lifecycle. The Infrastructure Construction Manager's Role You will act as the link between the design, commercial and delivery teams, overseeing infrastructure contractors and ensuring quality, programme and safety standards are achieved. Responsibilities include: Managing roads, drainage and utilities packages Monitoring contractors and subcontractors on site Reviewing quality and programme performance Supporting buildability reviews and technical coordination Working closely with consultants and housebuilders Assisting with adoption processes and handovers Acting as the "eyes and ears" for the wider development team Supporting defect resolution and infrastructure sequencing The Infrastructure Construction Manager Background within groundworks, civil engineering or infrastructure Previous experience as a Site Engineer, Senior Engineer, General Foreman, Civil Supervisor, Site Manager or Construction Manager Strong understanding of roads, drainage, earthworks and utilities Experience managing subcontractors and site activities SMSTS preferred Looking to develop into a broader client-side role In Return? 50,000 - 75,000 Discretionary bonus 10% employer pension contribution Family healthcare Dental insurance 4x death in service Long-term career development Exposure to one of the UK's largest infrastructure-led developments Ref: Infrastructure Construction Manager / Construction Manager / Civil Engineering Manager / Infrastructure Manager / Groundworks Manager / Site Manager / Civil Supervisor

Health & Safety Manager Interior Fit-Out Location: London Office (with weekly site audits in Cambridgeshire) Salary: Up to £65,000 all-in (depending on experience) Industry: Construction Interior Fit-Out Experience Required: NEBOSH qualified, Tech IOSH, 2 3 years H&S construction experience, full UK driving licence and own car Intro Are you a motivated Health & Safety Manager looking to build your career with a respected fit-out contractor? This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team, working on high-profile projects across London, Essex and Cambridge. If you have a strong background in construction health and safety and are ready to take the next step, this could be the role for you. The Role As a Health & Safety Manager , you will play a key part in ensuring safety standards are met across multiple fit-out projects. This is a mid-level role and will suit someone confident in site inspections and audits, with a hands-on approach. Key responsibilities include: Carrying out regular site inspections and audits in line with UK legislation and company standards Reviewing contractor RAMS and ensuring compliance with policies and procedures Investigating incidents and near misses, producing detailed reports and recommending corrective actions Supporting project teams in developing and maintaining a strong safety culture Assisting with H&S training, reporting, and KPI tracking Helping maintain company accreditations (ISO 45001, RoSPA, Constructionline Platinum, etc.) You will be based in the London office but will need to drive and travel to Cambridge once or twice per week to audit sites. About You To be successful in this Health & Safety Manager role, you will need: NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety Tech IOSH membership (minimum) SMSTS and First Aid qualifications 2 3 years experience in construction, ideally within interior fit-out projects Strong communication and interpersonal skills A full UK driving licence and access to your own car (essential for Cambridge site visits) This role is best suited to a mid-level Health & Safety professional looking to develop further What s In It For You Joining as a Health & Safety Manager, you ll enjoy: Competitive salary up to £65,000 (all-in) Travel expenses and mileage reimbursed Private Medical Cover (including Private GP access) Pension scheme and company insurance benefits Annual mini-health checks and Employee Assistance Programme Discounts on gyms, shopping, cinema and more Ongoing training, CPD, and clear career development opportunities A supportive team environment with exposure to prestigious clients and projects How to Apply If you re an enthusiastic Health & Safety Manager ready to make your mark, apply today and we ll be in touch within 24 hours.