KONE

Construction Manager

United Kingdom · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerKONE
LocationUnited Kingdom
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted18 Sep 2026

At KONE, our mission is to improve the flow of urban life. As a global leader in the lift and escalator industry, KONE provides lifts,escalatorsand automatic doors, as well as solutions for maintenance andmodernisationto add value to buildings throughout their life cycle. Through more effective People Flow®, we makepeople'sjourneyssafe,convenientand reliable, in taller, smarter buildings.

Due to some exciting projects and internal promotions, KONE is looking for a Construction Manager to join our Lifts Modernisation & Installation team. This role offers location flexibility, with coverage across either Yorkshire or the North West, depending on where you are based.

Construction Manager is accountable for managing the scope,scheduleand budget of the assigned projects. Manager acts as the KONE interface to customer and other stakeholders during the project withprimaryfocusoncustomer satisfaction and KONE profitability.

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Key accountabilities at the role:

Manage projects from sales/installation hand-over to completion at handover to customer and Maintenance

Responsible for successful project start-up, project reviews, project reporting and facilitating

Responsible for site preparations and readiness,storageandlogistics, and needed resources and tools

Lead and manage the installation team, including subcontractors, plan and ensure sufficient project resourcing and competences, responsible for site operatives’ motivation

Accountable for proactively managing customer communication throughout the project, ensure professional stakeholder management

Accountable for the project’s financial planning and forecasting, cash flowmanagementand revenue management (capitalizing on change order opportunities)

Create andmaintainsafety and security awareness amongst employees and subcontractors in the project. Ensure following of KONE's and customer’s safety and security policies

Skills and experience:

People management / Leadership

Customer and Sub-contractor Relationship management

Financial project planning, cost control

Excellent health and safety knowledge is essential for this role

DrivingLicence

Lift experience is plus but not mandatory – we are calling for applications from Engineering or Construction industries

What’sin it for you?

KONE provides a competitive salary and benefitsincluding annual bonus up to 20%, Company car, 25 Days Holiday, 1 Volunteering Day, Company Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Prolonged disability insurance (PDI), Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, Cycle to Work Scheme, KONE Discounts and cashback platform, and Hybrid Working.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

Read more on https://kone.com/global/en/careers.html

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