Senior Site Manager

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Old Basing; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Sick pay

Life cover

Maternity/paternity pay

Long service awards

Holiday allowance

Job summary

Hollybank Trustees Ltd seeks a Senior Site Manager to lead complex, high-value residential projects in the London and South of England region. You will ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to exacting quality standards, while guiding a team of skilled professionals and subcontractors on site.

The role requires proven site leadership, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage programmes, logistics, and safety compliance across projects valued up to £15m+.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering high-end, complex construction projects.
• Strong leadership, technical capability and site certifications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate every aspect of the project, driving delivery against programme, quality and commercial goals.
• Inspire and guide your team and subcontractors to create a collaborative high-performance environment.
• Set project culture and strategy reflecting company values.
• Plan, programme and manage logistics with proactive risk management and change control.
• Champion safety, quality and site management excellence on all stages.
• Strengthen relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders to ensure confidence and repeat success.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Commercial awareness

People management

Planning & programming

Power Project

SHE regulations

Quality standards

Client relationships

Tools

Power Project

Job description

Overview

Application

Senior Site Manager

Date posted: September 25, 2026

Permanent

Full-time

Job Title: Senior Site Manager

Minimum Requirements: Proven experience delivering high-end, complex construction projects with strong leadership, technical capability and site certifications.

As a leader in high-end construction, heritage conservation and specialist crafts in London and the South of England, we take pride in working on Britain's finest private residences, luxury hotels and most cherished historic architecture. We believe our people are our greatest asset, as it's their dedication to excellence that has been the foundation for our outstanding reputation.

As a Senior Site Manager, you’ll take the lead on complex, high-value residential projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. With proven expertise in site management, commercial awareness, and people leadership, you’ll drive performance on site while fostering strong relationships with clients, consultants, and your team.

The responsibilities we’ll trust you with

• You’ll take the lead in coordinating every aspect of the project, driving delivery against programme, quality, and commercial goals.
• You’ll inspire, support, and guide your team and subcontractors, creating a collaborative environment where high performance thrives.
• You’ll set the tone for project culture and strategy, keeping momentum strong and ensuring everything reflects our company values.
• You’ll take charge of planning, programming, and logistics, keeping projects on track with proactive risk management and change control.
• You’ll champion the highest standards in safety, quality, and site management, leading by example at every stage.
• You’ll strengthen relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders, ensuring their confidence and paving the way for repeat success.

Where you’ll be based

You’ll be part of our Central Region where high-end country projects from £500k to £100m are delivered by teams aligned to the scale and complexity of each build. Our portfolio for the region spans listed buildings, major refurbishments, contemporary new builds, sporting estates, boutique hotels, and substantial private residences.

You’ll be based on-site at one of our prestigious projects, joining a warm and professional team known for their expertise, collaboration, and commitment to excellence.

Some of the rewards of working with us

• Unlock new skills and accelerate your career with our full support and development programmes designed to help you expand your expertise
• Join an inclusive community where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to share their ideas and bring them to life
• Enjoy a rewards package that includes a competitive salary, company pension, sick pay, life cover, maternity/paternity pay and recognition through long service awards
• A holiday allowance that increases with your length of service, plus bank holidays.
• Get the best deals at your favourite places to shop with our exclusive discounts at top retailers and supermarkets.
• Round-the-clock support with our Employee Assistance Programme offering expert legal advice, counselling and more to help you through any situation
• Enjoy a restful holiday break-we close during the Christmas period, giving you the chance to relax over the festive season
• We prioritise your wellbeing with our healthcare programmes, annual flu vaccines, and for those who will benefit, a personalised menopause plan.

The areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• You’ll have a strong track record of managing complex, high-value projects (£15m+), with the confidence that comes from hands‑on experience.
• You’ll combine sharp contractual and commercial awareness with the agility to manage change effectively.
• You’ll bring deep technical and construction expertise, backed by the ability to solve challenges with clarity and creativity.
• You’ll be confident using project planning and programming tools such as Power Project (or equivalent) to keep delivery on track.
• You’ll demonstrate advanced people management skills, from effective delegation to coaching and driving performance.
• You’ll maintain an expert understanding of SHE regulations, compliance processes, and quality standards, ensuring excellence across every project.