Construction Manager

Construction Manager | £20m Commercial Fit-Out, City of London
Day rate: £300–£325 (DOE) - CIS or Ltd (TBC)
Contract: 16 months
Project value: c. £20m +
Location: City of London (Farringdon)
An experienced freelance Construction Manager is required to work as part of a team, reporting to a PM, on a high-profile £20m commercial fit-out and refurbishment in Central London, delivered by a respected contractor specialising in high-end commercial interiors and structural reconfiguration.
The Project
A prominent corner office building is being transformed through a complete refurbishment and extension of the existing structure, creating a superior grade office environment while retaining the existing primary structure.
Scope includes:
* Full Cat A & Cat B fit-out
* Cut & carve works, including structural removals, floor additions and basement alterations
* Removal of the existing low-quality façades and top-floor roof level
* New high-quality stone and brick façade
* New two-storey extension
* Improved thermal envelope and urban greening to terraces
* New end-of-trip cycle facilities
* High-spec finishes throughout
* Logistically challenging Central London location
Your Responsibilities
* Work as part of the site team, reporting to a senior CM and PM, on day-to-day site operations across an area/floors
* Support programme, sequencing and subcontractor coordination
* Help oversee structural and fit-out packages concurrently
* Maintain strict H&S compliance and quality standards
* Assist with logistics management in a constrained urban environment
* Liaise with client, consultants and subcontractors to resolve technical challenges
* Support delivery of high-end finishes to exacting standards
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience delivering Cat A/B fit-out or structural refurb projects (£10m+ preferred)
* Strong background working with reputable main contractors or fit-out tier 1 specialists
* Confident working within complex cut & carve programmes
* Excellent technical understanding and drawing interpretation
* Strong team player with the ability to support site performance
What's on Offer
* Immediate start on a landmark scheme
* 16-month freelance contract
* Competitive day rate: £300–£325 (DOE), CIS or Ltd (TBC)
* Strong long-term pipeline with an established contractor once this project is completed