Full job descriptionConstruction Package ManagerSite-based in Barrow-in-Furness
Permanent, full-time
£65,000 - £75,000 depending on experience
Additional package including all reasonable expenses covered, travel to and from site fully reimbursed, and 4% employer pension contributions.
Winsearch is proud to partner with an established specialist contractor that is looking to appoint an experienced Construction Package Manager to support the delivery of major construction projects.
This is a hands-on delivery role with responsibility for assigned construction packages from mobilisation through to completion. You’ll coordinate subcontractors, labour, design information, procurement, logistics and programme requirements, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
The RoleYou’ll take ownership of construction packages such as windows, external doors, building services, interiors and associated works.
Working closely with project, design, planning, commercial and site teams, you’ll ensure each package is properly coordinated and aligned with the wider construction programme.
The role requires someone who can maintain control of competing priorities, resolve problems quickly and communicate clearly with subcontractors, clients, consultants and internal teams.
What You’ll Be Doing*Taking full ownership of assigned construction packages
*Coordinating package delivery against the project programme
*Managing subcontractor performance, productivity and compliance
*Developing and maintaining short-term lookahead programmes
*Monitoring progress and identifying potential delays
*Implementing recovery plans where required
*Coordinating design, procurement, logistics and site activities
*Planning labour, plant, materials, access and storage requirements
*Managing interfaces between different construction packages
*Leading daily briefings and coordination meetings
*Reviewing subcontractor RAMS, ITPs and technical submissions
*Carrying out site inspections, audits and toolbox talks
*Ensuring works comply with drawings, specifications and relevant standards
*Managing quality inspections, snagging, defects and handover
*Supporting commercial teams with package costs and variations
*Monitoring subcontractor progress against valuations
*Identifying and reporting commercial risks, changes and opportunities
*Providing regular progress updates to senior management
*Liaising with the client, consultants and relevant authorities where required
Health And SafetyYou’ll lead by example and ensure high health and safety standards are maintained throughout package delivery.
Responsibilities will include:
*Ensuring subcontractors comply with site policies and approved procedures
*Reviewing and approving risk assessments and method statements
*Monitoring safe systems of work
*Carrying out inspections and compliance checks
*Addressing unsafe practices promptly
*Supporting an incident-free working environment
Programme And PlanningYou’ll maintain programme control across your assigned packages.
This will include:
*Producing short-term lookahead programmes
*Tracking progress against the master programme
*Coordinating package sequencing and interfaces
*Identifying slippage and programme risks
*Working with planners to update progress and forecasts
*Developing practical recovery plans when works fall behind
Quality ManagementYou’ll ensure work is delivered correctly first time and that all required supporting evidence is maintained.
This will include:
*Implementing Inspection and Test Plans
*Monitoring installation quality
*Coordinating inspections and sign-offs
*Managing snagging and defects
*Maintaining accurate quality records
*Supporting package completion and handover
*Liaising with QA/QC teams and client representatives
What They’re Looking For*Proven experience managing construction packages
*Experience working for a main contractor or specialist contractor on major projects
*Strong understanding of construction processes and sequencing
*Experience managing subcontractors and site teams
*Ability to coordinate design, procurement, logistics and installation
*Good programme-management and planning skills
*Strong understanding of health and safety requirements
*Experience with RAMS, ITPs, inspections and quality records
*Good commercial awareness
*Ability to identify and communicate variations and cost risks
*Strong leadership and communication skills
*Practical problem-solving and decision-making ability
*Confidence managing multiple priorities under pressure
QualificationsEssential*Degree, HNC or HND in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline
*Experience working for a main contractor on major projects
*Demonstrable experience managing construction packages
Desirable*CSCS Black Card or equivalent manager-level card
*Professional membership of an organisation such as CIOB or ICE
*SMSTS
About YouThis role will suit someone who takes ownership and remains close to the detail of project delivery.
You’ll need to be organised, visible on site and confident holding subcontractors accountable. You should be able to anticipate problems, coordi