Senior Site Manager

Vanderlande; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderlande, a leader in material handling systems, is seeking a Senior Site Manager for their projects at Heathrow. The role involves overseeing project installation activities, managing safety standards, and driving the execution of both baggage and non-baggage work packages. The ideal candidate will possess extensive industry knowledge, lead teams effectively, and ensure successful project delivery while fostering a high-performing culture.

Benefits

28 days of annual leave (excluding public holidays)

Bupa Medical Cover

YuLife – Wellbeing membership

Cycle to work scheme

Pension with Aviva

Employee recognition platform

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in construction management is essential.
• Proven track record in leading complex project installations.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of project installation plans and monitor installation quality.
• Manage stakeholder communication and provide updates on project progress.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Conflict Resolution

Safety Protocols

Education

NVQ Level 5 in Strategic Management & Leadership

NEBOSH General Certificate

Higher Level technical qualification

Tools

CSCS Black Management Card

SMSTS

Job description

Job TitleSenior Site Manager

Job Description

Reports to: Group Leader Airports UK& I / Construction Manager

Location: Heathrow/London Based

Contract Type: Permanent

Introduction to role

Vanderlande is a global market leader in material handling systems. Working within projects, the Senior Site Manager will be responsible for elevating the leadership standard within the construction team and delivery of both baggage and non-baggage work packages in line with the programme schedule operating inside the VI site management structure within large and complex projects.

As a senior member of the construction team the role will set and promote the required leadership standards, organising, driving and managing the safe and efficient execution of the project installation work packages through management the Vanderlande construction teams and wider project site team and is responsible for ensuring safe, appropriate and optimal site conditions are established that facilitate right first time zero defects installation at the required rate of installation.

Possession of a comprehensive industry knowledge will be key in ensuring success demonstrated through cross disciplinary strengths, conflict resolution and previous experience of successful delivery within large/complex baggage projects.

Proactively driving a Stay Safe culture and right first-time delivery ensuring the project teams and associated supply chain inclusive of subcontractors and third parties understand and implement expected safe working practices during the execution of site delivery phases and work activities of the project.

Role Responsibilities

As a Senior Site Manager, you will play a decisive role in overseeing and coordinating project installation activities to ensure the successful delivery of our baggage handling system projects.

Your responsibilities and activities will include:

• Lead the development of comprehensive project installation plans in collaboration with the Project Manager, Engineering and Supply chain
• Monitor installation quality, timelines, and costs to ensure they meet standards and stay within budget
• Provide timely updates to stakeholders
• Identify, analyse, and address potential problems, risks, and opportunities.
• Take proactive corrective and preventive actions to optimize project outcomes.
• Lead and manage all interactions with all project stakeholders to facilitate smooth coordination and communication, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives. Provide regular and accurate reports to customers, Project Managers, keeping stakeholders informed of installation progress and key milestones
• Advise and support contract selection of subcontractors to ensure compliance with project specifications and requirements
• Follow the Vanderlande Process Map to ensure aligned site management processes for better efficiency and effectiveness
• Continuously enhance project outcomes by identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices
• Lead and mentor a team of Site managers and Site supervisors throughout the project
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment
• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring adherence to safety protocols
• Organise and facilitate all support activities to ensure a smooth high-quality handover to commissioning and support commissioning & testing teams until handover to the customer
• Engagement with the Project manager to assist in project plan objectives, oranagrams and project costing
• Lead and champion site with all Health and Safety protocols and initiatives
• Prepare Site logistics and Installation plans
• Engage with Vanderlande and subcontract supply chain to implement shipping planing
• Oversee all installation activitys, contractors and suppliers on site. Steelwork, Electrical, Mechanical, Logistics, Commisssinig and Civils ( if included)
• Manage that all works are delivered to defined installation process, inspection and quality standards
• Oversee power-up procedures
• Identify and analyse (potential) problems / risks and opportunities and initiate adequate corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage the interaction of site work with all stake holders
• Clear, structured reporting to the team for Safety, quality, planning and project progress

Role Qualification and Skills

• NVQ Level 5 in Strategic Management & Leadership or equivalent

• NVQ Level 6 or equivalent
• NEBOSH General Certificate
• Higher Level technical qualification
• CSCS Black Management Card
• SMSTS
• First Aid at work

What we offer

• 28 days of annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• Bupa Medical Cover

• YuLife – Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers
• A challenging work environment with lots of opportunities of career progression.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Pension with Aviva
• Achievers – Employee recognition platform

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualifies applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age marital status or disability status. If you feel there is a barrier that potentially prevents you from applying, we are always happy to discuss or explore, any reasonable adjustments can be made to support your application.