Site Manager – Industrial New Build (Permanent)
Location: Gateshead
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Sector: Industrial Sheds / Warehousing New Build
Overview
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Site Manager to oversee the delivery of industrial shed new build projects in Gateshead. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of site management experience, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to coordinate subcontractors, manage programme delivery, and ensure all RAMS and site documentation are compliant and up to date.
This is an oportunity to join a new developing North East company who ahve ventured inot the contracting market, strong established client relationships and a briming order book. This could be a great move for someoen who wants to grow as the company does.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead day-to-day site operations to ensure safe, efficient and timely delivery of industrial new build projects.
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Manage and coordinate subcontractors on site, ensuring quality, productivity, and adherence to project specifications.
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Maintain and manage the construction programme, monitoring progress and mitigating delays where necessary.
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Prepare, review, and implement Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS).
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Conduct daily and weekly site briefings, toolbox talks, and safety checks.
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Ensure full compliance with H&S legislation, company standards, and site procedures.
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Oversee material deliveries, site logistics, and waste management.
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Liaise effectively with clients, design teams, project managers, and inspectors.
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Maintain accurate site documentation including diaries, progress reports, permits, and inspection records.
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Ensure high standards of workmanship and deliver quality results in line with project requirements.
Requirements
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Minimum 6 years’ experience as a Site Manager, ideally within industrial or commercial new build environments.
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Strong background in managing subcontractor teams and site labour.
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Proven ability to manage programmes and keep projects on schedule.
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Solid understanding of construction processes and industrial steel-frame builds.
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Demonstrable experience creating and managing RAMS and safety documentation.
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SMSTS (essential).
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CSCS Manager’s Card (preferred).
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First Aid at Work (preferred).
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Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
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Competent IT skills for reporting and documentation.
What We Offer
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Competitive salary package.
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Long-term, permanent role with career development opportunities.
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Supportive project team and well-structured company environment.
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Opportunity to work on significant regional industrial build projects.
For more information or a confidential chat contact Lee Hopkin