Senior Site Manager

Saxton Recruitment; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to oversee projects in Toronto and Ottawa, Canada. The role requires a proven track record in managing large-scale projects, with opportunities for excellent career progression and a competitive salary package. The position offers relocation support and involves working for a prestigious Tier 1 contractor. Ideal candidates should be willing to relocate and have experience with design and build projects valued over £50m.

Benefits

Profit Related Company Bonus

Tax-free relocation package

Company car or car allowance

Pension scheme with employer match

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager on design and build projects.
• Track record of managing projects valued over £50m.
• Ability to relocate to Canada.

Responsibilities

• Control site logistics and maximize efficiencies.
• Plan and direct daily construction operations.
• Manage projects ensuring safety and quality.

Skills

Experience managing programme

Experience on large scale projects

Site safety management

Working with Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors

Job description

Overview

Senior Site Manager - Toronto / Ottawa - Canada

Senior Site Manager - are you a Senior Site Manager looking to take your career overseas? We are partnering with our client who is one of North America's major construction contractors (\$3bn t/o) to appoint Senior Site Managers to deliver design and build projects across Toronto and Ottawa.

Why Apply: This is an exciting opportunity for Senior Site Managers to join one of Canada's longest standing building contractors delivering healthcare, defence, commercial, education, industrial, manufacturing, distribution, infrastructure, life sciences, sports and leisure projects ranging from \$50m - \$250m+.

Toronto is listed as one of the 'World\'s Best Cities to Live' pretty much every year - it\'s a clean, safe, family-friendly city with a vibrant construction market.

Ottawa is Canada\'s capital city boasts a thriving job market - it\'s a growing city influenced by a moderate cost of living and booming public sector and tech markets.

Package

• Basic salary of \$175K - \$220K (GBP £95K - £120K)
• Profit Related Company Bonus (\$10K - \$30K)
• Tax free relocation package (\$10K - \$20K)
• Company Car or Car Allowance (\$7K)
• Pension scheme (6% matched)

Key Benefits

• Toronto and Ottawa listed as some of the 'World\'s Best Cities to Live'
• Excellent opportunities for progression and work life / balance
• Opportunity to relocate with a leading Tier 1 contractor
• Full order book for 2026 / 2027 / 2028

Responsibilities & Duties

• Control site logistics, maximise efficiencies and minimise deficiencies
• Plan, organise, direct and control daily construction operations
• Manage projects to the highest standards of safety
• Manage sub-contractors and specialist trades

Requirements

• Experience working on large scale projects valued at \£50m+
• Experience managing programme, safety and quality on site
• Experience working for Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor
• Willing and able to relocate to Canada

To qualify for the higher rate of pay you must be able to demonstrate a track record working as a Senior Site Manager on D&B projects (\£50m+) for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor.

For any further information on this Senior Site Manager vacancy please apply with your CV attached or contact Mark Dalgleish at Saxton Recruitment on (phone number removed).

Key Roles - Senior Site Manager / Project Manager