Site Manager

Site Manager

Location: North West of England

Salary: 45k to 50k + Car Allowance + Package

Job Type: Permanent

Sector: General Construction

An established and highly regarded regional construction contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to join its growing operations team.

The company has a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality construction and refurbishment projects across a diverse range of sectors, including education, healthcare, commercial, leisure, heritage and industrial. With a strong order book and a reputation for collaborative working, quality delivery and client satisfaction, this is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Site Manager to join a well-established business.

The Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, the successful Site Manager will take responsibility for the effective day-to-day management of construction activities on site, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, to the required quality standards and within agreed commercial parameters.

You will lead the site team and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and other stakeholders, maintaining a professional and well-organised site environment throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the construction site.
• Take overall responsibility for site health, safety and environmental standards.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with the programme, drawings, specifications and quality requirements.
• Lead, manage and motivate site-based teams and subcontractors.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and site activities to maintain programme progress.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure quality standards are consistently achieved.
• Attend and contribute to progress, coordination and subcontractor meetings.
• Maintain accurate site records, reports and relevant construction documentation.
• Identify and resolve issues efficiently, escalating where appropriate.
• Monitor site progress and communicate key information to the Project Manager and wider project team.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and other project stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, professionalism and continuous improvement.
• Support the successful commercial and operational delivery of the project.

The Candidate

We are looking for an experienced construction professional who is confident taking ownership of a site and leading teams to successful project completion.

You will ideally have:

• Proven experience working as a Site Manager within the main contracting environment.
• A strong understanding of construction processes and site management.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades.
• A thorough understanding of health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• A proactive, practical and solutions-focused approach.
• Relevant construction qualifications, such as SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid at Work.

The Company

This is an opportunity to join a financially established and respected construction business with a long history of delivering projects across the North of England.

The organisation places significant importance on quality, integrity, collaboration, trust and responsible construction, with a strong focus on developing its people and building lasting relationships with clients and its supply chain.

The successful candidate will join a professional team where high standards are expected and where individuals are given the opportunity to develop their careers.

The Package

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Permanent position with an established regional contractor.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of construction projects.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Employee wellbeing and support initiatives.
• Pension and life assurance benefits.
• Additional employee benefits and rewards.

Apply

If you are an experienced Site Manager looking for your next opportunity with a respected regional construction contractor, we would be interested in hearing from you.

Please apply with your CV and a covering letter, detailing your relevant experience and current circumstances.

All applications will be treated in confidence.

The company is an equal opportunities employer.

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