Graduate Site Manager – Main contractor
Location: Basildon, Essex
Contract type: Permanent
Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 DOE + package (car allowance, healthcare, pension, fuel card)
Project experience required: Main contractor (new build)
Posted: 25th November 2025
Contact: Mark Dixon – Skilled Careers, Maidstone Branch
About the Company
Join one of the South East's main contractors that is going through a sustainable period of growth and are renowned for delivering high-quality new build and refurbishment projects across the Essex, Hertfordshire and the remaining Southern Home Counties.
Project values typically range from £2.5m to £16m, the company has an exceptional reputation for technical excellence, collaboration, and continued growth.
The Opportunity
Due to a strong pipeline of secured work and further promising tenders, we’re are seeking a Graduate Site Manager to join a brand new project in the Basildon area which is a £14m Design & Build education project featuring cut & carve refurbishment, new build and fit out element.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a experienced Project Manager and further develop your professional skills.
Your Role:
Assist in managing construction packages from enabling works through to practical completion.
Produce short-term programme of works.
Attend pre-start and ongoing contractor meetings.
Manage the direct site labour team which will include but won't be limited to a Gateperson/Traffic Marshal, Labourer, Welfare Cleaner and Telehandler Op.
Monitor works and carry out QA using Procore.
Prepare information for weekly reporting.
Attend monthly Contract Review Meetings.
About You:
Undertaken or recently qualified in a construction management related field.
1-2 years minimum construction project experience.
Strong ability to plan, organise, and manage workloads effectively.
A good understanding of site procedures and Building Regulations.
Excellent communication and coordination skills.
Up to date site based qualifications i.e. CSCS Card, SMSTS, NVQ, First Aid etc.
Temporary Works Coordinator qualification would be an advantage due to the nature of the project but isn't essential.
What’s in It for you
Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).
Car allowance, private healthcare, and company pension.
A supportive, collaborative working environment within a forward-thinking, agile contractor.
Genuine opportunities for career progression.
Interested
If you’re looking to take the next step in your career as a Graduate Site Manager, and want to work with a respected contractor delivering exciting East Anglia-based projects, we’d love to hear from you.
Click “Apply Now” or contact Mark Dixon at Skilled Careers (Maidstone branch) for a confidential discussion