Job Title: Senior Site Manager
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Location: Nottinghamshire
Job Description:
Barker Ross are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Manager to join a well-established, public-sector backed construction delivery team working across Nottinghamshire.
This is an excellent opportunity to take on a senior leadership role within a multi-disciplinary environment, delivering a diverse range of construction and property improvement schemes that directly support local communities, regeneration, and public infrastructure.
Projects are varied and include live environment school refurbishments, roofing and mechanical upgrades, structural extensions, and modular building installations. All work is based locally within Nottinghamshire, offering a strong work-life balance and reduced travel requirements.
This position would suit someone who enjoys full site responsibility, working across programme delivery, safety management, commercial coordination, and stakeholder engagement on complex but rewarding schemes.
The Role:
As Senior Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for managing construction projects from initial planning through to completion. You will ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, within budget, and to a consistently high standard of quality.
You will coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and design input while maintaining strong control over programme delivery and site operations. Working closely with commercial and design colleagues, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth project execution and effective communication across all parties.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the day-to-day management of construction sites and project delivery teams
* Develop and maintain detailed programmes of work, ensuring key milestones are achieved
* Oversee safe delivery of projects, particularly within live operational environments
* Coordinate subcontractors, labour, materials, and site logistics effectively
* Ensure compliance with all health & safety legislation and internal procedures
* Liaise with design teams to ensure timely flow and coordination of technical information
* Support commercial management including cost control, valuations, and change management processes
* Work closely with quantity surveying teams to monitor budgets and supply chain performance
* Ensure all works are delivered in line with contractual requirements and statutory regulations
* Conduct regular site inspections and drive continuous improvement in safety and quality standards
* Manage NEC-based processes, including documentation, change control, and project tracking
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a Senior Site Manager or Site Manager role within construction delivery
* Strong background in refurbishment, maintenance, or new build environments
* CIOB Level 4 Certificate in Construction Site Management or equivalent
* Experience working in live/occupied environments (e.g. education or public sector) is highly desirable
* SMSTS certification
* First Aid at Work qualification
* Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and site-based change control processes
* Excellent leadership, coordination, and communication skills
* Strong commercial awareness and understanding of supply chain management
* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex project environments
* Full UK driving licence required
What's on Offer:
* £50,000 salary (dependent on experience)
* Local Government Pension Scheme with high employer contributions (19.6%)
* Private medical insurance
* 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + additional birthday day off
* Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
* All sites located within Nottinghamshire - minimal travel required
* Strong focus on work-life balance and professional support
* Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly benefit local communities
If you are an experienced construction professional looking for a long-term, stable opportunity with excellent benefits and varied project work, please apply today or contact Barker Ross for a confidential discussion.
Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. xxuwjjq
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