Senior Site Manager
Cornwall
Permanent
About the Role
Sphere Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Manager to join a leading construction contractor delivering large-scale projects across Cornwall.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proven site leader to take full responsibility for on-site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will play a key role from pre-construction through to final handover, driving programme and performance on site.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring programme, quality, and safety targets are met
* Oversee subcontractors, trades, and direct labour
* Ensure health & safety regulations are adhered to
* Coordinate site teams
* Chair site meetings and client and progress meetings
* Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to the SMT
* Ensure all works are completed in line with drawings, specifications, and regulations
* Maintain accurate site records and documentation
Experience & Qualifications
* Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or Site Manager on contracting / apartment schemes
* Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, including reinforced concrete (RC) structures
* Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and deliver to tight programmes
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
* SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid will be required
Offering a competitive salary (dependent on experience), car allowance, death in service and 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
If this is of interest, do apply as instructed or please do get in contact with Jo or Cat to discuss in more detail.
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