Senior Site Manager

We Are Footprint; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm seeks a Senior Site Manager for a prestigious £2M office fit-out project in Manchester. The role demands proven project management skills on high-spec commercial projects, exceptional leadership capabilities, and adept logistics coordination in an urban environment. With a competitive salary and incremental benefits, it offers the chance to contribute to a flagship project.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Bonus scheme

Support from experienced teams

Opportunity to work on flagship projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high-spec commercial fit-out projects (£1M–£5M).
• Strong logistics execution on city-centre sites.
• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site operations maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Manage site logistics like deliveries and waste removal.
• Oversee subcontractor coordination and ensure communication with clients and consultants.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics Planning

Communication

Client-facing skills

Attention to Detail

Education

SMSTS Certification

CSCS Black or Gold

First Aid Certification

Job description

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Location: Manchester, UK

Position: Senior Site Manager

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Contract Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term or Permanent

We’re seeking a Senior Site Manager to lead the delivery of a prestigious £2M high-spec office fit-out project in Manchester city centre. This is a fast-paced, design-led scheme requiring strong leadership, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent logistics coordination within a live urban environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day site operations, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and programme adherence.
• Manage all site logistics, including deliveries, storage, access, waste removal, and interface with neighbouring businesses or occupants.
• Oversee subcontractor activities, ensuring seamless sequencing and coordination.
• Liaise closely with the client, architects, project managers, and consultants to ensure design intent is delivered.
• Maintain accurate site records, reports, and progress updates.
• Uphold health & safety compliance and carry out regular inspections and toolbox talks.

Requirements:

• Proven experience managing high-spec commercial fit-out projects, ideally between £1M–£5M in value.
• Strong logistics planning and execution experience, particularly on constrained city-centre sites.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
• SMSTS, CSCS (Black or Gold), and First Aid certifications are essential.
• Able to read and interpret complex drawings and specifications.
• Based within commutable distance to Manchester with flexibility for extended hours if required.

What’s On Offer:

• Join a well-respected, design-focused main contractor with a strong pipeline of commercial interiors work.
• Support from an experienced project and commercial team.
• Competitive salary with car allowance, bonus scheme, and additional benefits.
• Opportunity to make your mark on a flagship project in the heart of Manchester.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Construction

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