Construction Site Manager

Thatcher Associates; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Are you an experienced Site Manager looking for a new opportunity?

Would you like to join a reputable regional Contractor?

Thatcher Associates are currently working with an established Building Contractor to identify a driven and experienced Site Manager to join their Bristol team. Initially, you will be overseeing a refurbishment project valued at £2 million; future projects will include both refurbishment and new build projects up to the value of £10 million within various sectors including education, leisure, and health care.

The Role

Typically, projects are predominantly new builds with some refurbishment schemes. The initial project will be a new build project based near Bristol, and future projects will be located in Somerset, Bristol, or Wiltshire.

Responsibilities

1. Planning and estimating for budgets and timescales;
2. Contributing to work planning and briefing project teams, contractors, and suppliers;
3. Passing any extra work to be done within set timescales;
4. Supplying information to resolve disputes if they arise;
5. Identifying areas of concern and finding solutions for existing contracting processes;
6. Overseeing health and safety implementation to appropriate standards;
7. Managing the on-site management team and overseeing sub-contractors.

Skills

1. Demonstrable experience leading and motivating a multi-skilled trades team;
2. Able to think outside the box and react quickly to issues that need resolving;
3. Good organizational skills;
4. Ability to deliver quality to required timescales;
5. Good knowledge and understanding of construction issues such as building regulations and planning;
6. Commercial awareness and ability to establish and maintain good working relationships;
7. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team;
8. A culture of continuous improvement to support.

Essential Requirements

1. SMSTS;
2. CSCS CARD;
3. First Aid Card;
4. HNC/HND or construction degree or equivalent qualification or other recognized construction qualifications;
5. Ideally currently working for a large building contractor looking to work for an established regional building contractor and seeking to progress your career;
6. Some leisure, education, or health care project experience preferable but not essential;
7. Proven experience running your own projects of at least £8 million in value;
8. Exposure to new build projects and various complex schemes;
9. Extensive knowledge of health and safety and risk management on site.

On Offer

As the successful applicant, you will benefit from a competitive salary plus benefits and become part of this inclusive and supportive team.

How to Apply

If you think this opportunity is right for you and you want to know more, please 'apply now' and submit your CV. Alternatively, you can contact Fiona Corbett for a confidential chat.