Job Description:

CSA Construction Manager – Data Centres

Location: UK – site based
Salary / Rate: [Insert details]
Job type: [Permanent / Contract]

Unite People are recruiting an experienced Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA) Construction Manager to join a construction consultancy supporting the delivery of major UK data centre developments.

Working within the client-side delivery team, you will oversee the main contractor and specialist subcontractors, ensuring CSA works progress safely, to programme and to the required quality standards.

This role would suit a strong construction professional from a consultancy or main contractor background who can challenge contractor performance, resolve technical interfaces and keep construction activities moving.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee civil, structural and architectural works, including foundations, steelwork, concrete, roofing, cladding and building envelope packages.

• Monitor contractor progress, resources and productivity, identifying risks and challenging recovery plans where required.

• Coordinate CSA interfaces with mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection works.

• Review construction drawings, technical submissions, shop drawings and construction sequencing proposals.

• Track procurement and material deliveries against key programme milestones.

• Carry out quality inspections and monitor defects, non-conformances and remedial works.

• Ensure work areas and building envelopes are ready for equipment installation and commissioning.

• Provide clear reporting on progress, quality, risks and handover readiness.

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction delivery or management, including significant CSA experience.

• Background delivering major data centre, industrial, infrastructure or similarly complex projects.

• Strong technical knowledge of structural works, civil infrastructure and building envelope systems.

• Experience managing or overseeing main contractors and specialist subcontractors.

• Good understanding of construction sequencing, quality assurance and building services interfaces.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant construction or engineering discipline.

• Confident communication skills and the ability to challenge performance constructively.

Previous data centre experience and client-side or consultancy experience are desirable. Candidates from a strong main contractor background are also encouraged to apply.

Applicants must be able to work full-time on site, travel where required and hold the appropriate right to work in the UK.

To apply, submit your CV or contact Alex at Unite People for a confidential discussion.