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We’re seeking an experienced Construction Manager to support the delivery of new‑build housing projects from contract stage through to handover. You’ll shape construction contracts, engage with contractors, ensure quality and compliance on site, and use your professional expertise to help us grow our development capacity.

Salary: £46,227 - £51,119 per year (pay award pending)
Location: Head Office, Selkirk and other locations as required (with regular site presence and travel as required)
Hours and terms: Full time (35 hours per week), permanent contract
Closing Date: 22 April 2026

What You’ll Do

• Lead the construction phase of SBHA’s new‑build housing projects.

• Manage contractor relationships and monitor progress, quality, and safety on site.

• Support procurement, contract development and project governance.

• Help deliver high‑quality new homes that meet local housing need.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in construction management or new‑build delivery.

• Strong technical and contractual knowledge.

• Excellent communication and coordination skills.

• A passion for building great homes and strong communities.

Why SBHA?

• Play a central role in a major housing delivery programme.

• Supportive culture, flexible working, and professional development.

Being part of the SBHA team, you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including a competitive salary, flexible working, generous annual leave, stability of employment and a good pension scheme. You will be part of a team that is interested in your wellbeing and development, and work in an environment where you can flourish.

If you are interested in working for SBHA and being part of a team providing a first-class service to the Association’s owned homes and properties in the area, please view job description and person specification before completing your application, and ensure your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria for the role.

 Scottish Borders Housing Association is not a licensed sponsor under the appropriate UK Government regulations and as such, does not invite applications from, nor engage in sponsoring, oversees applicants who do not already have the right to live and /or work in the UK. The Association will not engage in any enquiries or enter into negotiations from individuals or Agents in this regard.