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13 November 2026

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Construction Lead - Design & Build Location: London
Salary: £100,000+ plus attractive package

The Opportunity We are working with an established London-based Design & Build contractor looking to appoint an experienced Construction Lead to support the continued growth of its business.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for an ambitious construction professional with a proven track record of delivering large-scale projects, strong commercial awareness and the ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.

Working closely with the Pre-Construction team, you will oversee multiple delivery teams responsible for a portfolio of projects with a combined value of approximately £30m. Individual projects typically range from £3m to £7m.

The Role As Construction Lead, you will take overall responsibility for the performance and development of the construction function. Key responsibilities will include:

  • Overseeing multiple project teams delivering schemes across London.
  • Working closely with Pre-Construction to ensure a smooth transition from tender through to delivery.
  • Providing leadership, direction and support to project teams.
  • Maintaining strong commercial oversight to drive project performance and profitability.
  • Managing programme, quality and operational standards across the project portfolio.
  • Recruiting, developing and strengthening teams to support business growth.
  • Building strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
  • Identifying opportunities to improve processes, efficiency and overall performance.
  • About You You will be an experienced construction professional with a strong combination of technical, operational, commercial and leadership skills.

    Ideally, you will have:

  • Proven experience in a senior construction management or leadership role.
  • A strong track record of delivering large-scale construction projects, ideally within a Design & Build environment.
  • Experience overseeing multiple projects and managing a substantial portfolio of work.
  • Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of project financial performance.
  • The ability to work effectively with Pre-Construction, Commercial and Delivery teams.
  • Experience recruiting, leading and developing successful teams.
  • Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills.
  • A proactive approach with the ability to drive standards, performance and profitability.
  • What's on Offer?
  • £100,000+ salary, depending on experience.
  • Attractive additional package.
  • A senior leadership role within an established London Design & Build contractor.
  • Responsibility for a significant project portfolio valued at approximately £30m.
  • The opportunity to build and develop your own construction teams.
  • A genuine opportunity to influence the direction and continued growth of the business.
  • Interested? If you are an experienced construction professional looking for your next senior leadership opportunity within the London Design & Build market, we would welcome a confidential conversation.

    Apply today or get in touch to find out more.

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