Senior Site Manager

Professional Construction Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to oversee residential developments. The role requires strong leadership and a proven track record in managing construction projects, particularly in timber frame construction. Candidates must demonstrate excellent organizational skills and the ability to drive projects from inception to completion within quality standards.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Senior Site Manager on residential housing projects.
• Strong experience in timber frame construction is essential.
• Excellent knowledge of construction processes, sequencing, and technical drawings.
• Up-to-date SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications.
• Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to drive projects from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site operations from groundwork through to handover.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers effectively.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Drive construction programmes to meet key deadlines and budgets.
• Maintain exceptional quality control and attention to detail throughout each phase.
• Liaise with project managers, architects, engineers, and clients to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Provide strong leadership and mentorship to site teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

We're seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to lead the delivery of high-quality residential developments with a strong focus on timber frame construction. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all on-site operations, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standard of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site operations from groundwork through to handover
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers effectively
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards
• Drive construction programmes to meet key deadlines and budgets
• Maintain exceptional quality control and attention to detail throughout each phase
• Liaise with project managers, architects, engineers, and clients to ensure smooth project delivery
• Provide strong leadership and mentorship to site teams

Requirements

• Proven track record as a Senior Site Manager on residential housing projects
• Strong experience in timber frame construction is essential
• Excellent knowledge of construction processes, sequencing, and technical drawings
• Up-to-date SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications
• Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills
• Ability to drive projects from inception to completion