Construction Site Manager

Setsquare Recruitment; East Calder; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in Scotland is seeking experienced Site Managers to oversee complex construction projects. This role involves managing daily site operations, ensuring safety and quality standards, and coordinating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and relevant certifications. Join a reputable company with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager with a main contractor.
• Experience in steel frame/industrial unit construction essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily site operations, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Drive progress on site, motivating teams to deliver on time.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Coordination

Problem Solving

Education

SMSTS Certification

Black CSCS Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Site Manager - Main Contractor
Location: Central Belt, Scotland
Sector: Industrial, Retail, Leisure, Office, Distilleries, Industrial Units, Steel Frame
Project Values: up to 30m

Our client is a well-established and fast-growing main contractor with a strong pipeline of exciting and complex construction projects throughout Scotland. Operating across a diverse range of sectors-including steel frame, industrial units, retail, leisure, office, and distilleries-they are seeking experienced and driven Site Managers to lead on-site delivery and uphold their high standards of safety, quality and programme performance.

About the Role

As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for day-to-day site operations, ensuring that work is delivered efficiently, safely, and to a consistently high standard. You will work closely with subcontractors, suppliers, and your project team to ensure successful outcomes across all phases of construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily site operations, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Drive progress on site, motivating teams to deliver on time and to the highest quality standards.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation and internal procedures.
• Coordinate site activities with subcontractors, suppliers, and external stakeholders.
• Track project milestones and report updates to senior management.
• Implement and monitor robust quality assurance processes.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and design teams.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience as a Site Manager with a main contractor.
• Comfortable working in live environments and managing fast-track programmes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team coordination skills.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented in addressing site challenges.
• Hold valid SMSTS, Black CSCS, and First Aid certifications.
• Experience in steel frame/industrial unit construction essential.

This is a great opportunity to join a reputable contractor with a diverse portfolio and genuine prospects for career development.

Setsquare is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.