Senior Site Manager

  • Knightwood Associates
  • Henlow, Bedfordshire
  • 12/05/2026
Full time Construction Site Manager Management QA-Quality Control Skilled Trades & Labour

Job Description

Senior Site Manager - 100 Unit Residential Development
Henlow, Bedfordshire
Competitive Salary + Package

An established privately owned housebuilder is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to lead the delivery of a 100-unit residential development in Henlow, Bedfordshire.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-respected regional developer known for delivering high-quality homes and maintaining a strong reputation for craftsmanship, customer care, and employee retention.

The Role
As Senior Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the development from build through to handover, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest standards. You will lead site teams and subcontractors while maintaining excellent quality control and health & safety standards throughout the build process.

Key Responsibilities
Oversee the full construction programme on a 100-unit residential scheme
Manage subcontractors, trades, and direct labour on site
Ensure all works are completed to programme and budget
Maintain exceptional standards of health & safety
Drive quality across all stages of the build
Conduct regular progress meetings and reporting
Liaise with internal departments including commercial, technical, and customer care teams
Ensure NHBC standards and building regulations are met
Support successful client handovers and customer satisfaction targets

Requirements
Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager within residential housebuilding
Track record delivering volume housing developments
Strong leadership and communication skills
Excellent organisational and programme management ability
NHBC award-winning experience or high-quality delivery background desirable
SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certificates essential

What's on Offer
Competitive basic salary
Car allowance or company car
Bonus scheme
Pension
Private healthcare
Long-term opportunity with a stable, privately owned developer
Supportive and collaborative working environment

For more information or a confidential discussion, please apply today.