Construction Manager Contract Jobs in Birmingham
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IT Project Manager (BOXI / BusinessObjects)
Posted 1 month ago by Network IT Recruitment Limited
The role of Senior IT Project Manager involves delivering large-scale, business-critical technology and data initiatives...
- Rate £56,500 per year
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Standard Service Business Project Manager
Posted 1 month ago by Randstad Enterprise
We are looking for an experienced Service Contract Manager to oversee the delivery of Spare Parts and Overhaul services...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Lincolnshire, England, United Kingdom
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Senior National Account Manager
Posted 1 month ago by MacGregor Black
Ready to take ownership of key national retail accounts within a leading FMCG business? This is a senior commercial role...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Fixed-Term
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Greater London, England, United Kingdom
HMP Wormwood Scrubs Caseworker: Offender Management: Prison Offender Manager (Re...
Posted 1 month ago by HM Prison and Probation Service
The position of Prison Offender Manager at HMP Wormwood Scrubs involves managing and assessing low to medium risk prison...
- Rate £39,658 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location London, England, United Kingdom
Global Offer Manager - Enterprise Operations and Customer Service (Temporary)
Posted 1 month ago by Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
BCG is seeking a Global Offer Manager for a temporary fixed-term contract to support two global offers within the Operat...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location London, England, United Kingdom
Technical Account Manager & Account Resourcing Lead (DV Cleared) | Hampshire | I...
Posted 1 month ago by LMA Recruitment
We are seeking two experienced professionals for the roles of Technical Account Manager and Account Resourcing Lead in H...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Inside
- Work type Onsite
- Location Hampshire, England, United Kingdom
Assistant Distribution Manager
Posted 1 month ago by GXO Logistics, Inc.
Join GXO as an Assistant Distribution Manager on the Greene King contract in Greenford. This full-time, permanent role i...
- Rate £53,000 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Onsite
- Location Greenford, England, United Kingdom
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About Our Construction Manager Contract Roles in Birmingham
What does a construction manager contractor do?
Organisations bring in Construction Manager contractors to take responsibility for the day-to-day management of construction works on site, overseeing the programme, workforce, subcontractors, and resources required to deliver a project safely, to specification, on time, and within budget. The work involves planning and sequencing construction activities, managing and coordinating subcontractor packages, monitoring and reporting progress against programme, managing site safety in accordance with CDM regulations, resolving technical and logistical issues as they arise, and maintaining the quality of construction output. Construction Manager contractors are brought in on major projects where dedicated site leadership is required, or to cover a vacancy within a project team during delivery.
What sets strong Construction Manager contractors apart is are built primarily on practical site management experience on comparable projects. The ability to manage complex, multi-trade construction programmes, coordinate subcontractor interfaces, and maintain momentum on site under the pressures of programme and cost is the core competency. Familiarity with the relevant contract form, particularly NEC or JCT, and the ability to manage the interface between commercial and operational delivery is expected at senior levels. SMSTS certification, a valid CSCS card, and First Aid at Work certification are standard requirements for site-based roles. CIOB membership or chartership is well regarded, and a degree or HNC in construction management or civil engineering is a common requirement at Construction Manager level.
What is the market like for construction manager contractors?
The market for Construction Manager contractors is a consistently active market driven by the volume and variety of construction and infrastructure work across the UK. The residential, commercial, and infrastructure sectors all generate demand for experienced Construction Managers on a contract basis, particularly on projects of sufficient scale to justify dedicated site management resource. The skills required are broadly transferable across project types at mid level, though senior roles on major infrastructure or complex specialist construction programmes typically require specific sector experience. Rate levels mirror seniority and project complexity, with Construction Managers on major programmes commanding rates at the top end of the site management contractor market.
What is the contracting market like in Birmingham?
HSBC's UK headquarters, alongside substantial operations from other major banks and insurers, anchors Birmingham's position as the UK's second largest commercial centre for contractor demand. HS2 and wider infrastructure investment across the West Midlands have added a layer of construction, engineering, and programme delivery work that is expected to persist for several years. Central government departments with Birmingham offices, including HMRC and the Home Office, contribute a steady volume of digital, project, and operational delivery roles. The city offers a broad spread of contracting disciplines rather than concentrating in one sector, which makes it resilient to downturns in any single industry. Disciplines tied to infrastructure and construction can command premiums where specialist experience is scarce, even as rates for more general roles sit comfortably below the capital.
How much do construction manager contractors usually earn in Birmingham?
Contract rates for construction manager roles in Birmingham typically range from £450 to £800 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many construction manager vacancies in Birmingham are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 200 construction manager contract roles across the site, with Birmingham representing a strong share. Data reviewed up to May 2026.