Overview

As Major Projects Construction Manager, you oversee installation of large-scale units through to handover and maintenance transition, leading on-site delivery within budget and schedule. You act as KONE’s primary on-site representative, building strong relationships with customers, subcontractors and stakeholders. You champion safety, high-quality outcomes and environmental responsibility while driving project performance and continuous improvement. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects that align with KONE’s mission and standards. This is a hands-on, impact-oriented leadership role with a clear focus on safe, zero-defect delivery at scale.

Pay / Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Annual bonus scheme
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellbeing offers incl. Cycle to Work Scheme

Responsibilities

Ensure successful delivery of installation projects on site
Promote a strong safety culture and zero-accident mindset
Manage environmental aspects and minimize travel where possible
Oversee financial performance and control project budgets
Plan, coordinate materials, tools and equipment on site
Procure subcontractors and non-KONE materials when required
Prepare site readiness and manage installations documentation
Administer permits to work and daily planning activities
Ensure correct installation methods and tooling are followed
Manage project administration, including timesheets and progress reporting
Monitor and report on schedules, hours, costs and risks
Maintain project documentation and lead final testing
Deliver high quality work with zero defects where possible
Drive customer satisfaction and maintain stakeholder relationships
Act as primary site contact for customers and partners
Lead, coach and develop site teams; set objectives and coordinate work
Foster safety, accountability and continuous improvement

Key requirements

Experience in construction, elevator or escalator industry
Proven leadership of site-based teams
Strong technical understanding and problem-solving ability
Commercial awareness and ability to read project financials
Excellent communication and stakeholder management
Strong planning, organization and prioritization
Decision-making in fast-paced projects
Excellent written and spoken English
CSCS Black Manager Card or Gold Manager Card
SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
SEATS (Site Environmental Awareness Training Scheme), preferred
TWSTC/TWSTS Temporary Works Supervisor Training, preferred

leadership
stakeholder management
communication
site planning and scheduling
budgeting and financial control
installation methods and tooling

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