Handover Manager

Are you an experienced and detail-oriented Handover Manager looking to take the next step in your career? A leading construction company is seeking a talented professional to support Project Managers in ensuring a seamless handover process across all contracts within their London Business unit. This role is project-based, with the flexibility for occasional remote working.

Responsibilities

As a Handover Manager, you will:

• Establish and verify contractual requirements for project handovers, referencing key documents such as Employer Requirements, Sustainability objectives, and statutory approvals.
• Develop and implement a robust Handover Plan, ensuring alignment with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure all statutory approvals (e.g., Planning conditions, Building Control sign-off) are secured for project completion.
• Manage sectional handovers and practical completion (PC), identifying required documentation and assigning responsibilities to meet deadlines.
• Engage with tenants, end users, occupiers, and building management teams to ensure a smooth handover process and manage expectations effectively.
• Oversee progress in handover documentation collation and reporting, ensuring project milestones are met.
• Communicate efficiently with project teams to align on key actions and objectives.
• Provide training on Handover-specific systems such as E-Docs for O&M manuals and 4Projects.
• Coordinate activities between design teams, contractors, and statutory bodies (e.g., Local Authority Planners, Building Control, HSE) to meet critical programme deadlines.
• Support project teams in achieving 'Perfect Delivery' by understanding client needs and facilitating clear communication throughout the handover process.
• Work across various projects in later stages to manage the Handover process.
• Office/Site Based - 40%/60% split.
• Direct report to Project PM, with oversight by the Ops Director.

Candidate Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working for a main contractor on various projects.
• Strong understanding of contractual, statutory, and regulatory handover requirements.
• HND/HNC/Degree qualification in a relevant field.
• Ability to lead and provide a professional, structured, and sustainable handover process for clients and project teams.
• Experience with data management systems such as 4Projects and E-Docs.
• Ability to independently establish and manage the liaison and process required for successful project handovers.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, ensuring clarity and collaboration across all parties.

This role offers the opportunity to join a passionate, dynamic, and growing team in London and the Home Counties. Benefits include:

• A collaborative and inclusive working environment where your voice is valued and respected.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• A culture built on trust, teamwork, and delivering excellence for clients.
• The chance to work on exciting projects in education, public sector frameworks, civic buildings, leisure, healthcare, and investment-linked opportunities.

Application Information

Project-Based/Office-Based, with flexibility for occasional remote working

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