Senior Site Manager

Skilled Careers; Fordingbridge; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is looking for an experienced Senior Site Manager to oversee a prestigious housing development in Dorset. You will manage site operations ensuring project delivery meets safety, budget, and quality standards. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in high-end residential construction and excellent leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and long-term career progression within the company.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Car allowance or company vehicle

Pension and benefits

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager on high-end residential developments.
• Track record of successfully delivering multi-unit housing schemes.
• Strong understanding of both traditional and modern construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Overall management and coordination of the site team and subcontractors.
• Deliver projects to programme, budget, and quality targets.
• Maintain exceptional standards of workmanship and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Technical knowledge of construction

Proactive approach

Education

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

CSCS (Black or Gold preferred)

NVQ Level 6/7 in Construction Management or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to lead the delivery of a prestigious bespoke housing development in Dorset comprising 52 individually designed private homes. This is a key role for a hands‑on professional with a strong background in high‑end residential construction, quality delivery, and site leadership.

The Role

As Senior Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day‑to‑day management of the site, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will work closely with the Construction Director, commercial team, consultants, and subcontractors to drive performance and maintain the exceptional standards expected of a bespoke development.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall management and coordination of the site team and subcontractors
• Delivering the project to programme, budget, and quality targets
• Maintaining exceptional standards of workmanship and finish throughout
• Ensuring full compliance with H&S, NHBC, Building Regulations, and company procedures
• Managing site logistics, sequencing, and short‑term programmes
• Liaising with clients, consultants, inspectors, and local authorities
• Leading by example on health & safety, quality control, and site presentation
• Resolving technical and build‑ability issues efficiently and proactively
• Reporting progress regularly to senior management

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or Site Manager on bespoke or high‑end residential developments
• Track record of successfully delivering multi‑unit housing schemes
• Strong technical knowledge of traditional build and/or high‑quality modern construction methods
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Proactive, detail‑focused, and quality‑driven approach
• Comfortable managing demanding programmes and multiple stakeholders

Qualifications & Certifications

• SMSTS (essential)
• First Aid at Work
• CSCS (Black or Gold preferred)
• NVQ Level 6/7 in Construction Management or equivalent (desirable)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Car allowance or company vehicle
• Pension and benefits
• Opportunity to work on a flagship bespoke residential scheme
• Long‑term career progression with a quality‑focused house builder

To apply: Please submit your CV and a brief covering statement outlining your relevant experience.