Construction Manager in EC1

Job DescriptionConstruction Manager | £20m Commercial Fit-Out, City of London Day rate: £300–£325 (DOE) - CIS or Ltd (TBC) Contract: 16 months Project value: c. £20m + Location: City of London (Farringdon) An experienced freelance Construction Manager is required to work as part of a team, reporting to a PM, on a high-profile £20m commercial fit-out and refurbishment in Central London, delivered by a respected contractor specialising in high-end commercial interiors and structural reconfiguration. The Project A prominent corner office building is being transformed through a complete refurbishment and extension of the existing structure, creating a superior grade office environment while retaining the existing primary structure. Scope includes: * Full Cat A & Cat B fit-out * Cut & carve works, including structural removals, floor additions and basement alterations * Removal of the existing low-quality façades and top-floor roof level * New high-quality stone and brick façade * New two-storey extension * Improved thermal envelope and urban greening to terraces * New end-of-trip cycle facilities * High-spec finishes throughout * Logistically challenging Central London location Your Responsibilities * Work as part of the site team, reporting to a senior CM and PM, on day-to-day site operations across an area/floors * Support programme, sequencing and subcontractor coordination * Help oversee structural and fit-out packages concurrently * Maintain strict H&S compliance and quality standards * Assist with logistics management in a constrained urban environment * Liaise with client, consultants and subcontractors to resolve technical challenges * Support delivery of high-end finishes to exacting standards What We're Looking For * Proven experience delivering Cat A/B fit-out or structural refurb projects (£10m+ ) * Strong background working with reputable main contractors or fit-out tier 1 specialists * Confident working within complex cut & carve programmes * Excellent technical understanding and drawing interpretation * Strong team player with the ability to support site performance What's on Offer * Immediate start on a landmark scheme * 16-month freelance contract * Competitive day rate: £300–£325 (DOE), CIS or Ltd (TBC) * Strong long-term pipeline with an established contractor once this project is completed