Your new company Hays Construction are currently working alongside a leading NI-based building contractor who have maintained a foothold in the local construction industry for over 30 years. This firm provides a range of specialist areas, including Main Contracting, Design & Build, Civil Engineering and Property Development and has built a solid client base throughout the UK & Ireland. This company displays a wealth of expertise amassed over three decades in the industry, delivering key projects within private residential, commercial and social housing sectors. Your new role This company is currently undertaking a social housing scheme in Co. Antrim. As a result of programme demands, this contractor currently requires talented construction professionals and is searching for a skilled Site Manager to lead the day-to-day operation on the ground. You will be responsible for delivering daily briefings and keeping the project on track whilst applying your technical expertise and ability where necessary. You will have strong communication skills and a good level of leadership with the ability to motivate those on site. You will be health and safety focused whilst being responsible for ordering materials and supervising subcontractors. This is initially a temporary role for up to a month with the potential for further works upon successful completion. What you'll need to succeed In order to succeed in this role, you will have previous experience overseeing fast-paced projects and managing subcontractors and external clients. You will have previous experience of carrying out works on social housing or private residential schemes from inception through to handover. You will be a self-starter with excellent leadership skills and technical ability, possessing a keen eye for detail whilst upholding high standards throughout the programme of works. You will be target focused, putting a heightened focus on meeting budgets and deadlines. What you'll get in return This is an attractive opportunity for an experienced Site Manager to take up a role with an established medium-scale local contractor. You will gain valuable experience working within an established company that has delivered successful projects across a range of sectors. The successful applicant will receive an attractive hourly rate, along with exclusively NI-based work and potential for permanent employment upon completion of the temporary contract. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: site manager site supervisor foreperson foreman Benefits: Competitive