Head of Construction

Posted 10 June 2025
Salary £100,000
LocationWest End of London
Job type Permanent
Discipline Estate Agency & Lettings
Reference57142

Job description

Worth Recruiting – Property Industry Recruitment 

Job Title: HEAD OF CONSTRUCTION - Estate Agency

Location: London, WC2

Salary: OTE £100,000 per annum

Position: Permanent, Full-Time

Reference: WR57142 

A leading, multi-disciplinary property firm is seeking a highly capable and driven Head of Construction to lead its construction division. This role combines day-to-day operational oversight with strategic business development, team leadership, and financial responsibility.

It’s a pivotal position offering genuine influence and progression in a forward-thinking, performance-driven environment. 

Why This Role?

  • Senior-level leadership opportunity

  • Lead and develop high-performing teams

  • Play a key role in business growth and client acquisition

  • Influence company strategy and construction delivery

  • Excellent base salary with strong bonus potential

What You'll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities):

  • Lead and support Contracts Managers and site teams to ensure high performance.

  • Secure new business and maintain strong client relationships.

  • Shape and implement the division’s annual strategic plan.

  • Oversee team development, training, and regulatory compliance.

  • Attend industry events and tender for new contracts to drive growth.

  • Manage budgets, forecasts, and ensure commercial viability.

  • Collaborate with marketing to generate leads and enhance brand visibility.

  • Implement systems and technology to improve operational efficiency.

What We're Looking For (Skills & Experience):

  • Proven experience leading construction projects from planning to delivery

  • Strong strategic and operational leadership skills

  • Commercially aware with solid industry and H&S knowledge

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

  • Established professional network within the industry

  • Tendering experience (preferred but not essential)

  • MCIOB qualification (preferred but not essential)

 What's In It For You?

  • Basic salary: £60,000–£75,000

  • OTE up to £100,000

  • Senior leadership role with real impact

  • Long-term career development in a high-growth environment

  • Opportunity to shape future operations and team structure

 Ready to take the next step in your property career?

If you are interested in this Head of Construction role, please contact the Property Recruitment Team at Worth Recruiting today, quoting reference: WR57142.

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  • Please Note: This vacancy summary is intended as a general guide only and should not be used as a definitive job description. Our client’s job description, including details like the salary, may change without prior notice and in any case may be influenced by the skills, qualifications, previous experience, attitude, and ability of a candidate.

About Worth Recruiting: Worth Recruiting provides a bespoke recruitment service to the Property Industry offering roles in Estate Agency, Lettings, Commercial Property, Surveying, Property Management, Financial Services, and Prop Tech. Find out more at: worthrecruiting.me.

Job Reference: WR57142 – Head of Construction