Senior Site Manager

Brown and Wills Recruitment Ltd; Northallerton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Site Manager for a new build commercial project in Northallerton. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day operations, providing leadership to the site management team and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Ideal candidates should have strong process management skills, relevant certifications, and a proven track record in commercial construction. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a Tier 1 contracting firm with an established pipeline of work.

Qualifications

• Proven track record operating in a Senior Site Management position within the commercial build sector.
• Strong process management skills required.
• Valid SMSTS, First Aid, CSCS certification necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to the operational delivery team.
• Manage sub‑contractors on site.
• Report to Senior Management team on daily performance.

Skills

Leadership

Process management

Communication

IT and paperwork skills

Education

HNC/HND qualification

Job description

An excellent opportunity is available for a Senior Site Manager to provide key leadership for a project delivery team on a new build commercial project in the Northallerton area. The position will be to join a Tier 1 main contracting business with a strong regional bias and a good pipeline of work.

The role will be primarily responsible for the day‑to‑day operational management of the Site Management / Supervisory team and for controlling sub‑contractor activity across the project, working closely with an onsite PM.

Key duties / responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction and support of the operational delivery team.
• Liaise and manage sub‑contractors on site as required.
• Report directly to the Senior Management team on daily performance and be proactive on delivery issues as they arise.
• Deal with tough negotiations and handle the pressure of a fast‑paced environment.
• Ensure company HS&E and quality standards, operating processes, company policies and all legislative requirements are understood, implemented and adhered to at all times.
• Quality management – ensuring high standards of quality are achieved and addressing any issues with sub‑contractors and trades.
• Client management and liaison.

Qualifications

• Proven track record operating in a Senior Site Management position within the commercial build sector, ideally on high‑rise building construction.
• Strong process management skills.
• Minimum qualification of HNC/HND level.
• Valid SMSTS, First Aid, CSCS certification.
• Strong IT and paperwork skills.
• Good communication skills.

If you would like to progress your application further, please send an up‑to‑date CV detailing your career history to date. I will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further.