

Construction Manager
Reference: J15142
Type: Contract
Position: Construction Manager (Rail Stations M&E/Civils)
Location: Birmingham, England
Industry: Transport and Rail
Salary: £500 - £555 per day + Inside IR35, Umbrella PAYE
Construction Manager / Construction Assurance Manager (Rail)
£500 - £555 per day | Inside IR35 (Umbrella PAYE)
Contract | 12 Months | 35 Hours per week
Primarily Birmingham (with travel to Liverpool, York, Cardiff & Grays)
Our client is seeking an experienced Construction Manager / Construction Assurance Manager to support the safe delivery of major railway station projects. This role will provide construction assurance across live rail environments, ensuring works are delivered safely, compliantly, and in line with UK railway standards.
Please note: The role is predominantly night shifts, although some day work will be required from time to time. Travel to other project locations will be necessary, with travel and accommodation costs covered where applicable.
Essential Requirements
- Proven Site/Construction Management or Construction Assurance experience
- Strong M&E and/or Civils background
- Experience working on major railway station projects
- Railway experience is essential
- Valid Sentinel PTS
- SMSTS (or equivalent experience)
- Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and Health & Safety legislation
- Experience conducting site inspections, audits, and assurance reviews
- Excellent stakeholder management and reporting skills
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake site assurance visits, inspections, and audits
- Review Construction Phase Plans and Work Package Plans
- Produce inspection reports and manage improvement plans
- Identify risks, trends, and opportunities for continuous improvement
- Support safety, quality, and compliance across project delivery
- Build effective relationships with contractors, project teams, and stakeholders
Desirable
- Lift & Escalator installation/commissioning experience
To be considered, candidates must have major UK railway station project experience and hold a valid Sentinel PTS. As well as ability to get BPSS/DBS.
Apply online to Sam Mayo at AdvanceTRS for consideration.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Salary range
- £500 - £555 per day

