Location: Office: Greater Manchester Site Coverage: North West Contract: Permanent
Overview
Finlay Jude Associates Ltd are recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Manager to lead the delivery of multiple civils and groundworks projects across the North West. You will oversee day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to programme, while maintaining high standards of quality and compliance.
This role suits a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge of groundworks, drainage, utilities, and S38/S278/S104 works, who can coordinate teams, subcontractors, and site activities to achieve successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage site teams, including labour, plant, and subcontractors
Oversee daily site operations from pre-start through to handover and defects period
Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, CDM, and ISO 45001
Monitor programme, progress, quality, and site productivity
Conduct site inspections, audits, and ensure RAMS are implemented correctly
Attend client and progress meetings, providing accurate site updates
Work with commercial teams on site measures, variations, and cost control
Drive consistent delivery standards and promote continuous improvement
Manage defects, handovers, and close-out documentation
Oversee S38, S278, and S104 works, ensuring adoption requirements are met
Review drawings and technical information to identify efficiencies and resolve issues
Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure effective site coverage and quality assurance
Skills & Experience Required
NVQ Level 3 in Supervisory Management (or equivalent), HNC or Degree preferred
CSCS Gold (or above), SMSTS, and First Aid
Strong IT skills for producing reports, programmes, and site documentation
Proven experience delivering civils and groundworks projects
Strong leadership with the ability to manage multiple active sites
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Commercial awareness including site-level budgeting and cost control
Strong understanding of H&S, quality assurance, and compliance procedures
How to Apply
If youre an experienced Senior Site Manager looking for your next opportunity, wed love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.
Due to high application volumes, we may not respond to every applicant. If you havent heard back within 2 weeks, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for temporary workers.
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