Construction Manager - Lift Installation

About the role

KONE, a global leader in lifts, escalators and automatic doors, is looking for a Construction Manager to join its Lift Installation team. The role covers South Manchester, Liverpool and North Wales and ensures the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of installation projects through predictive planning, proactive site management and standardised ways of working.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate schedules for material deliveries, installation activities and project handovers, ensuring site readiness and timely resolution of non-conformities.
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety and environmental requirements for employees, subcontractors and customers.
• Plan and coordinate installation resources, logistics and workforce to deliver projects in line with customer commitments.
• Give clear direction to installation teams, set expectations, monitor progress and maintain regular communication.
• Lead, coach and develop team members, identify training needs and recognise good performance.
• Carry out regular site visits, safety audits and handovers, manage installation costs and support project profitability.
• Drive customer satisfaction through proactive communication and safe, high-quality installations within scope, schedule and budget.

Required profile

• People management and leadership.
• Customer and sub-contractor relationship management.
• Commercial awareness.
• Excellent health and safety knowledge is essential.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Lift industry experience is advantageous but not essential.

What we offer

• Competitive salary, 25 days holiday and additional Bank Holidays.
• Company pension scheme, private medical insurance and dental insurance.
• Bonus, EV car, PDI, gym membership and KONE discounts.
• Development opportunities, reviews and a learning platform.
• Hybrid working.