Senior Site Manager

Sphere Solutions; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction firm is seeking a Senior Site Manager for a New Build Student Accommodation project in Bristol. The role involves overseeing site operations, managing subcontractors, and ensuring project milestones are met. The ideal candidate will have a degree, professional certifications, and experience in high-rise or student accommodation projects. This position is site-based and offers a competitive opportunity in the construction industry.

Qualifications

• CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid certification are essential.
• Proven experience with established Tier 1 / Tier 2 main contractors.
• Experience with High Rise or Student Accommodation projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations ensuring safety and quality.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor site progress and report risks to the Project Manager.

Skills

Project management

Site operations management

Coordination with subcontractors

Risk assessment

Education

Degree level qualifications

Tools

CSCS certification

SMSTS certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Overview

An existing client of Sphere Solutions is looking to appoint a Senior Site Manager to commence a new role in Bristol. The client is a large national main contractor with a turnover of over £1B per annum and is one of the largest privately owned businesses in the UK construction market. The role is site-based as No.2, reporting into a Project Manager for a New Build Student Accommodation scheme.

Project

New Build Student Accommodation – 18 storeys – £57M.

Responsibilities

• Operate as the site-based No.2, reporting to the Project Manager for the scheme.
• Manage day-to-day site operations on the project, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and cost control.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, supply chain, and internal stakeholders to deliver project milestones on time and within budget.
• Monitor site progress and report progress, risks, and issues to the Project Manager.
• Ensure adherence to company standards and site procedures; drive best practice on high-rise construction.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree level qualifications.
• CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid certification (essential).
• Proven experience with established Tier 1 / Tier 2 main contractors.
• Experience with High Rise or Student Accommodation projects is advantageous.

How to Apply

For further information or to express your interest in this position, please contact Jack Durrant at your earliest convenience.