Senior Site Manager

Skilled Careers; Bedford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in Bedford is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager for a substantial new build project valued at over £300 million. This long-term freelance role expects involvement from late July 2025, focusing on project management, compliance, and team leadership within a large-scale construction environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Long-term freelance contract

Qualifications

• Experience in large new build industrial developments.
• In date SMSTS, CSCS Card, First Aid and Temporary Works Coordinator are advantageous.
• Exceptional organizational skills with keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the build process from earthworks to completion.
• Monitor project performance against contract targets.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Project management software

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

HNC or higher in construction related field

Job description

New Senior Site Manager position in Bedford!

Position: Senior Site Manager

Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire

Contract type: Freelance

Start date: Late July 2025

Duration: 4 years (expected contract end of August 2027)

Pay rate: £ negotiable (we pay through limited company or CIS)

Sector: New build construction

Skilled Careers contacts: Mark Dixon

Company overview

A multi-disciplinary contractor specialising in major projects which include distribution centres, industrial units, highways and student accommodation.

Job overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to join a £300+ million new build scheme towards the end of July with anticipated end date of August 2029 but there is a realistic opportunity for a contract extension and follow on projects.

Responsibilities

Reporting to a Project Manager and Project Director you will be:

Leading and working within a large project team.

Manage all aspect of the build process from earthworks through to practical completion.

Management of Health & Safety in line with company and client procedures as well legislative requirements.

Monitor that the Engineering team order the correct materials and subcontract services in time to achieve key milestones in the programme.

Daily supervision and coordination of the site team and contractors.

Monitor project performance against contract targets and instigate any corrective actions.

Ensure compliance with the contracts.

Maintain quality control procedures.

Chair site meetings

Work in tandem with the design & commercial team along with external consultants.

Attend and provide input into the monthly project review meetings which will involve client interface.

Attributes and Skills required or desired

Working knowledge of project management software such as MS Project or Asta Power Projects.

Able to work closely with Structural Engineers, Civil Engineers and Architects.

Excellent leadership skills to effectively manage the site team and contractors.

Solid experience in large new build industrial developments.

Exceptional organisational skills with keen attention to detail.

Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, for engaging stakeholders at all levels.

HNC or higher in construction related field

In date SMSTS, CSCS Card, First Aid and Temporary Works Coordinator would be an advantage.

Rewards and benefits

A competitive daily rate

Long-term freelance contract.

Whats next

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