Construction Manager – Residential Development

Full-Time | Long-Term Career Opportunity | Expat Package Included

A well‑established private development group is hiring an experienced Construction Manager / Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a large multi‑unit residential development in the Caribbean. This is a hands‑on leadership role ideally suited to someone with strong finishing experience, excellent coordination skills, and a proven ability to thrive in challenging island environments.

Key Responsibilities for the Residential Construction Manager:

Lead the delivery of high‑quality residential units through 1st fix, 2nd fix, and finishing stages
Supervise carpenters, painters, masons, plumbers, and specialist subcontractors
Ensure accurate installation of windows, doors, joinery, trims, cabinetry and finishes
Oversee quality control, punch lists, and warranty rectifications
Coordinate daily activities between trades, management, and procurement teams
Review drawings, schedules, and material lists
Be present on site (approx. 70%) with 30% administrative work
Maintain high standards of workmanship, productivity, and timelines

Ideal Candidate Profile

Caribbean/Island experience
Background in residential or mixed‑use construction
Strong finishing and fit‑out expertise
Proven experience supervising multi‑trade teams
Comfortable working in developing‑nation or island environments
Assertive, solutions‑driven, and calm under pressure
Computer‑literate (Excel, drawings, reporting)
Preferably: Single /Status

Benefits

Furnished accommodation
Utilities included
Company vehicle + fuel
Annual return flight home
3 weeks paid leave per year
Expat work permit costs covered
Long-term, stable position (multi‑year development pipeline)

Work Schedule

6‑day working week
Monday–Friday: 8am–5pm
Saturday: 8am–4pm

The Next Steps?

Interested? Simply click apply with your CV/Resume and the New Recruits team will call you for a confidential pre-screening discussion should you match this or other confidential requirements. We will explore your current situation, skillset and career aspirations along with discussing suitable roles and employers in more detail to ensure the perfect match. Interviews will be held via MS Teams.

About New Recruits International Ltd.

Founded in 2020, specializing in construction, engineering, hospitality, and corporate support recruitment across the Americas with focus on the Caribbean, we place local and ex-pat talent in prestigious projects, guided by integrity, collaboration, passion, quality, and discretion. Our highly experienced recruiters, attuned to island life, also conduct regular client visits to ensure we can provide tailored, first-hand guidance.