SkyBlue Solutions

Construction Manager

Hemel Hempstead HP3 0NZ

Key information

Pay
£277 to £350 a day
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Temporary
Posted date
9 Sep 2026
Closing date
9 Oct 2026

About this role

Role

Construction Manager

Location

HMP The mount and HMP Highpoint

Day Rate

£277 - £350

Duration

12-month temporary role, with the opportunity to extend

We are currently recruiting for a Construction Site Manager to be based across HMP The mount and HMP Highpoint. This role will involve the daily management of multiple construction projects across the estate, with individual project values up to approximately £500k.

This is a site-based role working closely with the Project Manager and contractors' site teams to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of works across the establishments.

Duties of a Construction Manager include (but not limited to)

  • Pre-construction liaison with project managers, clients, designers, consultants, and prison departments
  • Assisting with the scoping and tendering of new projects
  • Daily management of contractors on-site
  • Overseeing and ensuring compliance with RAMS, CPP, and site inductions
  • Managing health & safety and ensuring quality assurance standards are met
  • Liaising with the lead escort regarding access permissions for operatives, tools, and vehicles
  • Tracking and reporting progress back to the PM
  • Supporting project handovers and ensuring O&M manuals and asset registers are completed

The successful Construction

Manager should possess the following

  • Must hold a CSCS Manager or Professional card
  • SMSTS or SSSTS certified
  • First Aid trained
  • Knowledge of CDM regulations
  • Asbestos Awareness training
  • Must have EL1 security clearance in place prior to starting (

If one is not currently held, the applicant should be willing to undergo vetting checks)

Desirable

  • Knowledge of NEC3 contracts and tendering
  • Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) certification
  • Previous experience working within prison or secure establishment environments

Why should you apply?

  • Work on varied and meaningful projects within a unique environment
  • Opportunity for long-term work and potential for contract extension
  • Be part of a collaborative and professional team
  • Gain valuable experience within government facilities

Due to the nature of this role, all applicants must be able to pass enhanced security vetting and hold clearance before starting.

If you are an experienced Construction Manager based across HMP The mount and HMP Highpoint and are ready for your next challenge, please apply today and we will be in touch.

SkyBlue is an equal opportunity employer.