Recruitment / Labour Manager

  • Core Group
  • Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
  • Apr 22, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Recruitment / Labour Manager Major Construction Contractor
Nottingham
£45,000 £55,000 per annum
Working Hours: 08 00
Full-Time

A leading UK construction workforce solutions provider is seeking an experienced Recruitment / Labour Manager to take ownership of one of its flagship construction accounts in the Nottingham region.

This is a rare opportunity to operate directly from the client s offices, acting as the dedicated onsite expert for all labour supply and workforce coordination. You will oversee a high-volume operation supplying up to 200 operatives at any one time, ensuring seamless staffing, strong compliance, and proactive workforce planning.

Key Responsibilities
  • Full ownership of labour supply for a major construction account
  • Management of a workforce of up to 200 operatives (labourers, storemen, fire cladders, and other site personnel)
  • Onsite presence as the primary point of contact for recruitment and labour coordination
  • End-to-end workforce administration including compliance, right-to-work checks, onboarding, timesheets, and daily allocations
  • Proactive pipeline development to meet ongoing and forecasted labour demands
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with site managers and operational teams
  • Rapid response to changing site requirements and workforce challenges
About You
  • Proven experience in construction recruitment, labour management, or onsite workforce coordination
  • Strong relationship-building skills with the confidence to engage closely with site and project teams
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage high-volume, fast-paced workloads
  • Proactive, solution-focused approach with strong operational awareness
What s on Offer
  • Full ownership of a flagship, high-profile construction account
  • Embedded onsite role with direct client visibility and influence
  • Competitive salary of £45K £55K plus benefits
  • Genuine long-term progression opportunities within a growing organisation

If you re ready to take control of a major construction workforce operation and thrive in a fast-moving environment, this is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact.