Construction Site Manager

Energy Jobline CVL; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction and development firm in Lowestoft is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the delivery of a new 60-bed care home project. The role involves managing site operations, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate must have substantial experience with residential or care home projects, alongside necessary certifications. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-specification projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing residential or care home projects, ideally £5m+ in value.
• Certifications SMSTS, CSCS (Black Card), and First Aid are essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage all site operations, ensuring budget and quality targets are met.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and trades.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Report regularly to senior management and client teams.
• Manage site logistics, materials, and resource planning.
• Drive quality assurance and snagging process.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Knowledge of health & safety standards

Project management

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting on behalf of a highly reputable construction and development firm with a strong portfolio in the commercial and residential care sector. They are about to break ground on a brand-new 60-bed care home project in Lowestoft and are seeking an experienced and driven Site Manager to lead delivery on site.

The Project

This is a purpose-built, high-specification care home designed to meet modern standards of elderly care, including dementia-friendly design features.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of all site operations, ensuring programme, budget, and quality targets are met.
• Coordination and supervision of subcontractors and trades.
• Maintain a strong focus on health & safety, ensuring full compliance with regulations.
• Regular reporting to senior management and client teams.
• Management of site logistics, materials, and resource planning.
• Drive quality assurance and snagging process.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing residential or care home projects (ideally £5m+ in value).
• SMSTS, CSCS (Black Card), and First Aid certifications essential.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent understanding of current health & safety standards and building regulations.
• Able to work collaboratively with both internal teams and external stakeholders.

If you are interested in this position as a site manager in Lowestoft please call Georgia at CPR Recruitment