Senior Site Manager

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful contractor in East Anglia seeks a Senior Site Manager for a c 15m project. The role involves managing site functions, maintaining high standards, and mentoring juniors. The candidate will benefit from a market-leading package focuses on employee well-being within a stable environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years+ Number 1 Site Management experience.
• Previously held a Number 1 Site Manager role with Main Contractor.
• Exceptional track record in delivering sites on time.

Responsibilities

• Manage all site management functions for the project.
• Ensure health & safety, programming, and quality builds with low defects.
• Liaise with clients and act as a mentor to junior team members.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Health & safety management

Short term programming

Progress monitoring for subcontractors

Quality build delivery

Education

Degree in Construction Management

NVQ Level 6 or above

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Senior Site Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref:

Location: Cambridgeshire

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c 65k- 70k basic plus competitive package inc car or car allowance

Company & Project: A successful regional contractor based in East Anglia are seeking to recruit a talented Senior Site Manager to work on a recent project win. The business works across multiple sectors including: Education, Healthcare, Science and Mixed-Use sectors and are looking to grow their Construction Delivery team due to recent project wins that start on site in late 2025.

The successful candidate will be the number 1 Senior Site Manager on a local c 15m project in addition to many future projects with repeat clients across East Anglia.

The business is recognised for its employee focus and long-term stable history, with many of the senior management and employees working for the business for many years. They have a strong focus on employee well being and have a market leading benefits package.

Duties & Responsibilities: The successful Number 1 Site Manager will take responsibility for managing all site management functions for the project: from health & safety, short term programming and progress monitoring for subcontractors, and delivering a quality build with low defects.

Excellent communication skills are essential at this business, as the Site Manager will be expected to liaise with the client and long-term suppliers, as well as act as a mentor to junior members of the team.

Desirable Experience:

- Previously held a Number 1 Site Manager role with a Main Contractor on projects to c 10m in value.
- Exceptional background in delivering sites on time and to a high standard of finish.
- 5 years+ Number 1 Site Management experience as a minimum.
- Previous Roles: Assistant Site Manager OR Construction Manager OR Site Manager OR Senior Site Manager.

Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Construction Management, NVQ Level 6 or above, or another comparable qualification/trade background and associated qualification.

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Senior Site Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to Jess Quinn ; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

Services advertised by Apple Technical Recruitment are that of an Employment Agency/Business.