Senior Site Manager

Elvet Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency seeks a Senior Site Manager for a major project in Newcastle. The ideal candidate will have experience managing construction projects of over £10m, with strong leadership and communication skills. Key responsibilities include coordinating subcontractors, managing site teams, and ensuring projects meet quality and budget targets. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £70,000 plus benefits. This role requires essential qualifications like CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid.

Qualifications

• Track record of managing construction projects worth over £10m.
• Ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Experience with new build and refurbishment projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage site teams and supply chain to meet quality targets.
• Produce construction phase plans and schedule works.
• Coordinate with various subcontractors and delivery teams.
• Conduct progress reports and meetings with stakeholders.

Skills

Management and communication skills

Project management

Budget management

Education

Degree or HNC/HND

CSCS, SMSTS, First Aid certifications

Job description

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Senior Site Manager on behalf of an established main construction contractor to be involved in a major project in Newcastle.

Applicants will need to show a track record of excellent management and communication skills with the ability to proactively manage construction projects, including direct labour and sub‑contractor resource and the ability to deliver quality construction projects within budget and programme timescales in a safe environment.

This company works as principal contractor on projects including: Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Healthcare, Education etc. This is an opportunity to be part of a scheme with a value of £100m+.

Responsibilities

• Manage site team and supply chain to deliver projects to quality targets and deadlines.
• Produce construction phase plans and programming works.
• Co‑ordination of various sub‑contractors and direct delivery teams.
• Progress reports and meetings with senior management and clients.
• Ordering materials for site and managing supply chain.
• Daily site diaries & briefings.

Experience required

Must have:

• Experience managing construction projects covering new build & refurbishment with values of £10m+.
• Ability to manage project costs and on the ground delivery at all stages.
• Qualifications: CSCS, SMSTS, First Aid are essential.
• Degree or HNC/HND qualified is beneficial.

Remuneration

A salary ranging from £60,000 to £70,000 (dependant upon experience) plus package.

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf our client.