We are seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to lead the site team and oversee day-to-day activities on a live, high-value construction project. This role requires a strong leader who can take ownership of planning, quality, health & safety, and the coordination of works on site.
Working closely with the Project Manager, you will play a key role in mapping out works to ensure delivery in a safe, efficient, and well-coordinated manner.
Salary & Package
* Salary up to 70,000, depending on experience
* Car allowance or Company Vehicle
* 26 holidays + bank holidays
* Business Travel Expenses
* Pension
* Employee benefits
Key Responsibilities
Health & Safety
* Take full ownership of Health & Safety management on site
* Ensure all company procedures and site-specific policies are followed
* Lead and manage all H&S actions and initiatives on site
* Promote a strong 'don't walk by' culture, challenging unsafe practices
* Lead by example and drive a positive safety culture
Quality Assurance
* Take overall responsibility for Quality Assurance on site
* Ensure QA procedures and policies are fully implemented and adhered to
* Challenge poor-quality workmanship and ensure standards are met
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date QA records
* Review design drawings and check compliance with specifications, contracts, and agreed details
Site Management
* Work with the Project Manager to produce weekly work plans
* Lead site logistics and coordination with other trades and contractors
* Manage labour and subcontractor performance
* Support, direct, and develop the wider site team
* Assist with programme development and delivery
* Chair and lead contractor meetings
* Attend client meetings and provide clear progress updates
* Report progress, risks, and issues to the Project Manager
* Ensure site safety and standards are consistently maintained
* Cascade information effectively to site teams and ensure it is documented
* Proactively problem-solve and manage challenges as they arise
* Mentor and develop junior members of staff
* Ensure all works and site activities are recorded on internal systems
* Work closely with M&E and Design Managers to ensure continuity from design through to construction
* Contribute to scope reviews, preambles, pre-let meetings, and orders alongside the commercial team
Commercial
* Work closely with the Quantity Surveying team to ensure accurate cost reporting
* Understand and manage contractual obligations across the supply chain
Requirements
* SMSTS, First Aid, CSCS Management Card, and Temporary Works Coordinator certification
* Minimum of 4 years' experience as a Senior Site Manager on high-value, multi-room projects
* Proven experience managing site teams and subcontractors
* Strong commercial awareness
* Ability to provide references from previous multi-room projects
Personal Attributes
* Strong communication and leadership skills
* Excellent time management and organisational ability
* Takes pride in delivering high standards across all aspects of the role
* Flexible approach to working hours, with some stages requiring longer days
* Good IT literacy
* Strong conflict resolution and people management skills
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