Site Manager

  • Elvet Recruitment
  • Darlington, County Durham
  • 07/01/2026
Full time Construction Site Manager Management Skilled Trades & Labour

Job Description

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Site Manager on behalf of an established main construction contractor to be involved in a major new build project in Darlington.

Applicants will need to show a track record of excellent management and communication skills with the ability to proactively manage construction projects, including direct labour and sub-contractor resource and the ability to deliver quality construction projects within budget and programme timescales in a safe environment.

This company works as principal contractor on projects including: Leisure, Education, Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Healthcare, etc.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Manage site team and supply chain to deliver projects to quality targets and deadlines.
  • Produce construction phase plans and programming works.
  • Co-ordination of various sub-contractors and direct delivery teams.
  • Progress reports and meetings with senior management and clients.
  • Ordering materials for site and managing supply chain.
  • Daily site diaries & briefings.

Experience required:

Must have:

  • Experience managing construction projects covering new build & refurbishment with values of £5m+.
  • Trades background preferred.
  • Ability to manage project costs and on the ground delivery at all stages.
  • Qualifications: CSCS, SMSTS, First Aid are essential.
  • Degree or HNC/HND qualified is beneficial.

Remuneration:

A salary ranging from £45,000 to £55,000 (dependant upon experience) plus package.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf our client.