Senior Site Manager - Hemel Hempstead

UKR Group is looking for an experienced Senior Site Manager to start ASAP in a job in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire.

You will be responsible for the effective delivery of construction projects, ensuring that work is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.

• Leading and managing site teams, subcontractors, and labour to ensure efficient daily operations.
• Planning, coordinating, and supervising on-site activities, including schedules, resources, and logistics.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, promoting a safe working culture at all times.
• Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks or delays, and implementing corrective actions.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, local authorities, and other stakeholders, maintaining strong professional relationships.
• Managing budgets, cost controls, and procurement activities, including materials, equipment, and labour.
• Overseeing quality control and workmanship standards, conducting site inspections, and resolving technical issues.
• Preparing site reports, documentation, and progress updates for senior management and project teams.
• Supporting and mentoring junior managers and supervisors, encouraging professional development.
• Ensuring adherence to company policies, industry standards, and project specifications.

• Strong leadership, supervisory, and team-management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate.
• Sound technical knowledge of construction methods, materials, regulations, and best practice.
• Exceptional organisational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
• Commercial awareness, including cost management and programme forecasting.
• Proficiency in project management software and IT systems (e.g., MS Office, project planning tools).
• Calm and decisive decision-making abilities, particularly under pressure.
• A strong focus on quality assurance, safety, and continuous improvement.

• Significant experience in site management within the construction industry, ideally in a Senior Site Manager.
• Relevant construction or engineering qualification, such as an HNC, HND, NVQ Level 6, or degree in Construction Management or a related field.
• SMSTS card.
• CSCS Black Card or equivalent professional accreditation.
• First Aid at Work certification.
• Membership of a professional body (e.g., CIOB) is advantageous.

UKR Group is a construction recruitment agency operating on behalf of our clients to find suitable candidates for vacancies.