Number 1 Site Manager - Care Home Construction

ZipRecruiter; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Site Manager for a care home construction project in York, North Yorkshire. The candidate will oversee the project until completion, leading site operations and ensuring quality standards. This role starts as a temp position with a day rate, transitioning to a permanent PAYE position with a salary of £45,000 to £55,000 depending on experience.

Benefits

Long-term position with progression opportunities

Support from an established contractor

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Site Manager on residential or care sector projects.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Ability to deliver high-quality projects on time and to budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of site operations as the No.1 Site Manager.
• Coordinate subcontractors and direct staff to meet standards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Strong leadership and communication skills

Ability to manage subcontractors effectively

Excellent knowledge of construction programmes

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS (Black or Gold)

First Aid certification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Site Manager - Care Home Construction

Location: York, North Yorkshire

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Day Rate (Initial): £250 - £300 per day (first 4 weeks, temp)

Job Type: Temp to Perm (transition to PAYE after 4 weeks)

Start Date: ASAP

About the Role

I am seeking an experienced and proactive Site Manager to take full responsibility for a live care home construction project in York. The development is already underway, with superstructure brickwork nearing completion and works progressing onto the first floor. With around 12 months remaining on the programme, the successful candidate will oversee delivery through to project completion and handover.

This is a temp to perm opportunity. For the first 4 weeks, you will be paid on a day rate basis (£250-£300), with the role then transferring to a permanent PAYE position offering a salary of £45,000-£55,000 depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of site operations as the No.1 Site Manager


• Coordinate subcontractors and direct staff to ensure programme and quality standards are met


• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations


• Maintain accurate site records, progress reports, and project documentation


• Chair regular site meetings and provide progress updates to senior management


• Drive the project towards key milestones and successful handover

Requirements

• Proven track record as a Site Manager on residential or care sector projects


• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage subcontractors effectively


• SMSTS, CSCS (Black or Gold), and First Aid certification (essential)


• Excellent knowledge of construction programmes and sequencing


• Full UK Driving Licence


• Ability to deliver high-quality projects on time and to budget

What’s on Offer

• £250-£300 per day (first 4 weeks, temp)


• Transition to permanent PAYE (£45,000-£55,000 DOE)


• A long-term position with genuine opportunity for progression


• Involvement in a significant care home scheme with 12 months left to run


• Support from an established contractor with a proven track record in delivering high-quality projects

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