Senior Site Manager

Fawkes & Reece; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Housebuilder is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager in North Yorkshire. You will manage site operations, coordinate staff and contractors, and ensure project delivery according to safety standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive site management experience, planning skills, and a relevant construction qualification. The role requires strong leadership and interpersonal abilities. A full driving license is essential, along with certifications like SMSTS and First Aid.

Qualifications

• Extensive previous site management within house building.
• Proven ability to plan complex construction operations.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction processes.
• In-date qualifications such as SMSTS or First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct site staff and contractors.
• Plan and program all site activities.
• Work closely with Contracts/Project Managers.
• Identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Uphold safety and quality standards.

Skills

Site management

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Education

HNC, HND, Degree in a construction-related subject

Job description

Role: Senior Site Manager

Location: North Yorkshire

Salary: £60,000/£70,000 + Package

Are you an experienced Site Manager or Senior Site Manager looking to take the next step in your career with a leading Housebuilder? You'll be instrumental in overseeing the day-to-day running of an up and coming scheme in North Yorkshire.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

As a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager, you will be a key player in our success, responsible for:

• Coordinating and directing both our directly employed site staff and valued contractors, fostering a collaborative and efficient working environment.
• Planning and programming all site activities, meticulously coordinating labour and resources to ensure seamless operations.
• Working in close partnership with Contracts/Project Managers to ensure projects progress according to programme, with a sharp focus on effective cost control and delivering value.
• Proactively identifying and resolving any issues that arise, planning and implementing corrective actions promptly.
• Providing regular, clear updates to stakeholders and leading productive progress and subcontractor meetings.
• Upholding our commitment to high quality and paramount safety standards, working closely in-house Health, Safety and Environmental Team. Your dedication to ensuring "we all go home safe, every day" is paramount.

Essential Requirements:

To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• Extensive previous site management within house building.
• The proven ability to plan all aspects of complex construction operations and produce robust construction programmes.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction processes and a keen commercial awareness.
• Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and people management skills. You'll be a friendly, professional, and collaborative point of contact for colleagues, contractors, clients, and all supply chain partners, embodying our partnership approach.
• An academic qualification (HNC, HND, Degree in a construction-related subject) is a distinct advantage, demonstrating your commitment to professional development.
• In-date qualifications and training such as SMSTS, First Aid, Black Managers CSCS card, asbestos awareness, working at height, and scaffold inspection are highly desirable.
• A full driving licence is essential for this regional role.

Please call Ryan Hayes @ Fawkes & Reece for further details.