Build Manager

A build manager is a senior / middle manager who reports to the Construction Director and is responsible for managing all the processes on a construction site.  Assists in the pre-operational programming to ensure that site commencement dates can be achieved, supervises site set up, demolition programmes, etc.  Responsible for monitoring performance against time, quality and cost.  Operates at a more senior level to a Contracts Manager.

• Making sure that the project is delivered safely through effective planning, production of method statements and risk assessment.
• Being the main point of contact for all people involved in a project,
• Prepare the site and meet other professionals before construction starts
• Use construction management software packages to plan how the work will be undertaken.
• Managing the completion of the building and the handover to the client.

• Newly trained contracts managers can earn £25,000 - £35,000
• Trained contracts managers with some experience can earn £35,000 - £45,000
• Senior, chartered or master contracts managers can earn £45,000 - £70,000

^*Pay rates
Earnings typically depend on location, employer, the stage of your training, your hours worked and the opportunity to work overtime. Please also note that the pay rate figures have come from a variety of reliable sources including:

• National Home Builders
• Home Builder's Sub-Contractors
• CITB
• The Home Builders Federation
• Construction Recruitment Agencies

• A BTEC in Building Studies, Building Engineering or Building Management or a HNC / HND / Degree in Construction Management (including an industrial placement).
• A minimum of three years' experience of managing elements of construction projects

The type of job role can differ depending on the employer and the activities involved. Some roles such as trade roles have the opportunity to be self-employed. Often employers offer a variety of employment status and flexibility. The jobs outlined in this website are common across the home building industry, but the job titles may differ from one organisation to another.

All our featured job roles offer different entry-points for school leavers, college leavers, and graduates to commence a career in the industry. There are opportunities to enrol on apprenticeships and other career progression routes.

For most jobs, depending on your qualifications and experience there are also openings for those looking to change career.