Senior Site Manager

Ridgeway and Co; Old Warren; On-site; GBP 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeway & Co Recruitment is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to lead a new-build care home development in Reading, Berkshire. The role focuses on day-to-day site operations, subcontractor coordination and delivering projects on time and to high quality standards.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in care home construction, drive progress on site, manage multiple trades and work closely with the Project Manager and wider team.

Qualifications

• Experience leading new-build care home developments.
• Strong track record coordinating multiple trades on site.
• Proven ability to drive projects to successful completion on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for day-to-day management and coordination of site operations on a new-build care home development.
• Oversee construction activities to ensure safety, efficiency, and alignment with the programme.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors across structural, internal, external and finishing packages.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, productivity, workmanship and progress against milestones.
• Coordinate works across bedrooms, bathrooms, corridors, communal areas and kitchens.
• Oversee internal fit-out and finishing packages (drylining, plastering, decorating, flooring, carpentry, joinery, kitchens, bathrooms, final finishes).
• Review construction programmes with the Project Manager to identify delays and implement corrective actions.
• Chair subcontractor coordination meetings and communicate priorities and deadlines clearly.
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications, building regs and quality standards.
• Coordinate with mechanical and electrical subcontractors for installations, testing and commissioning as per the programme.
• Maintain site records, progress reports and subcontractor performance documentation.
• Support delivery to client inspections and handover.

Skills

Site management

Subcontractor coordination

Health and safety

Programme management

Quality control

Job description

Senior Site Manager - Care Home Construction - £95,000

Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: £95,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time
Sector: Construction / Care Homes / Residential
Start Date: ASAP

The Opportunity

Ridgeway & Co Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Manager to join an established construction contractor delivering a care home development in Reading, Berkshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Site Manager with a proven track record of managing new-build care home developments, overseeing site operations and delivering projects through to successful completion and handover.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors, maintaining programme deadlines and ensuring all works are completed to the highest standards of quality and health and safety.

The role requires someone who is confident managing multiple trades, driving progress on site and working closely with the Project Manager and wider construction team.

Previous experience delivering care home construction projects is essential for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of site operations on a new-build care home development.
• Oversee construction activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with the agreed programme.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors across structural, internal, external and finishing packages.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, productivity, workmanship and progress against programme milestones.
• Coordinate works across bedrooms, bathrooms, corridors, communal areas, kitchens and associated care home facilities.
• Oversee internal fit-out and finishing packages, including drylining, plastering, decorating, flooring, carpentry, joinery, kitchens, bathrooms and final finishes.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to review construction programmes, identify potential delays and implement corrective measures.
• Chair and attend subcontractor coordination meetings, ensuring clear communication of site priorities and deadlines.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, building regulations and quality standards.
• Coordinate with mechanical and electrical subcontractors to ensure installations, testing and commissioning activities are completed in line with the programme.
• Manage site logistics, deliveries, materials and labour resources to maintain productivity.
• Carry out regular site inspections, identifying and resolving quality issues before they impact progress.
• Oversee quality assurance procedures, inspections, snagging and defect management.
• Ensure high standards of health and safety are maintained, including compliance with RAMS, site procedures and relevant legislation.
• Maintain accurate site records, progress reports, inspection documentation and subcontractor performance records.
• Liaise with the client, consultants, subcontractors and senior management throughout the project.
• Drive the project through the final stages of construction, practical completion, client inspections and handover.
• Support the successful delivery of a high‑quality care home development that meets the client’s expectations.

Please note: Previous care home construction experience is essential. Candidates without relevant care home project experience will not be considered