Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to join a leading construction business delivering a major residential‑led development in East London. Reporting directly to the Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to‑day management of site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
This is a key leadership role requiring a proactive and decisive individual capable of managing large site teams, coordinating multiple subcontractors, and driving programme performance throughout the project lifecycle.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the delivery of a significant multi‑phase development. The successful candidate will join a well‑established project team and contribute to the successful delivery of a large‑scale scheme that will have a lasting impact on the local area.
Experience & Qualifications
* Proven experience delivering large‑scale residential or mixed‑use developments.
* Strong track record of managing sizeable site teams and multiple subcontractor packages simultaneously.
* Experience working on complex construction projects with high workforce levels.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
* Experience using digital construction management platforms.
* Strong commercial awareness and people management skills.
* Ability to make effective staffing and resource decisions to maintain project performance.
Key Skills
* Strong planning and organisational abilities with a focus on short and medium‑term programming.
* Excellent leadership and team management skills.
* Ability to coordinate labour, materials, and subcontractors to achieve programme objectives.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards.
* Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet demanding deadlines.
* Experience chairing meetings and producing clear action plans.
* Strong stakeholder management and client‑facing communication skills.
* Ability to coordinate effectively with operational, commercial, design, and logistics teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage day‑to‑day site operations and oversee all site‑based activities.
* Lead and coordinate subcontractors to ensure programme and quality objectives are achieved.
* Chair regular coordination meetings and monitor progress against agreed actions.
* Review site records and ensure accurate reporting across all workstreams.
* Assist with programme management, look‑ahead planning, and resource forecasting.
* Work closely with project teams to identify and resolve operational challenges.
* Coordinate with commercial and design departments to ensure construction activities are fully supported.
* Promote and maintain the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
* Monitor quality assurance processes and site inspection regimes.
* Liaise with external stakeholders, consultants, inspectors, and regulatory bodies as required.
* Support site logistics planning and ongoing operational improvements.
* Participate in daily and weekly planning meetings to ensure effective coordination of all trades and activities.
* Contribute to procurement planning, subcontractor management, and package reviews where required.
O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.
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