Construction Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Site Manager in London to oversee high-security projects. The role involves managing construction phases, ensuring safety, and liaising with various stakeholders. Candidates should have experience in secure environments and relevant certifications. The position offers a competitive salary plus benefits including a car allowance and private medical cover.

Benefits

£5,000 Car Allowance

Private medical cover

Bonus scheme

Sponsorship for qualifications

Pension scheme

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in secure, defence, or complex MEPH environments.
• Willingness to obtain Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction projects ensuring quality and safety.
• Plan and oversee construction phases.
• Liaise with clients and authorities.

Skills

Proven experience as a Site Manager

Strong knowledge of construction methods

Health and safety expertise

Project management experience

Proficient in Microsoft Project

Full UK Driver's License

Education

CSCS Black Card or equivalent

SMSTS Certification

Job description

Overview

Bennett & Game are currently seeking a Site Manager to join a forward-thinking and dynamic Main Contractor based in Chichester. The initial site will be in High Wycombe, with further sites in London and the Home Counties. The company delivers high-security construction projects across the UK and internationally, with clients spanning both the public and private sectors. Schemes typically range in value from £50k to £10M+, covering complex refurbishments, secure fit-outs and bespoke new builds. As such, the candidate will be required to obtain security clearance - more details at interview stage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage construction projects within secure environments, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety, security, and quality.
• Plan, schedule and oversee all phases of construction projects.
• Lead site teams including subcontractors and direct labour.
• Liaise with clients, architects, engineers, and local authorities.
• Work with the commercial team on budgets and procurement plans.
• Ensure adherence to project scope, health and safety regulations, and secure environment protocols.

Site Manager Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £55k - £65k
• £5,000 Car Allowance
• Private medical cover and healthcare
• Bonus scheme
• Sponsorship for professional qualifications and training
• EV car scheme
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Travel expenses covered
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 37.5-hour working week (Monday - Friday)

Site Manager Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager, ideally within secure, defence, or complex MEPH environments
• Prior experience using Microsoft Project
• Already obtained/willing to obtain Security Clearance
• CSCS Black Card or equivalent
• SMSTS Certification
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, health and safety, and project management
• Full UK Driver's License and willing to commute to site

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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