Senior Site Manager

Saxton Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Site Manager to join their operations team. This role offers a competitive salary, company car or allowance, and a comprehensive bonus scheme. You will manage large construction projects, ensuring quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate has proven experience in site management with Tier 1 or Tier 2 builders. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment with strong career progression potential and a full pipeline of projects established into 2028.

Benefits

Company Car or Allowance

Healthcare & Pension

Great company bonus scheme

Continuous training and career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or in a similar role.
• Ability to manage delivery teams and sub-contractors effectively.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Plan resources on site and ensure programme is being met.
• Manage projects to the highest standards of safety.
• Manage sub-contractors and project stakeholders.
• Deliver projects to meet contractual standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Safety Management

Job description

Senior Site Manager - Main Contractor

Senior Site Manager - our client is a privately owned main contractor which is searching for a Senior Site Manager to join the growing operations and delivery team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Site Manager to join a leading building contractor delivering projects across commercial, education, leisure, care and retirement, student accommodation and high‑rise residential projects ranging from £5m - £50m.

Why Apply:

Our client has a history of delivering high‑quality developments and offer the opportunity to work on a range of projects across the public and private sectors - so whether it's a new school, office block or apartment complex you will have the opportunity to lead projects that make a difference.

Expect to work with a team that has a focus on wellbeing and staff development - as an 'Investor in People' employer you will receive continuous training and excellent opportunities for career progression.

The business has recently been awarded several new projects starting across 2026 and as such are about to embark on an exciting period of structured growth - it's a great time to join the team and be part of the next stage of the journey.

The initial projects are starting in early 2026 and consist of two new build offices (£10m & £25m) a new build care home (£25m) a contemporary residential development (£20m) and an industrial warehouse (£5m).

Salary & Package:

• Basic salary of £62,500 - £72,500 (DOE)
• Company Car or Allowance (£6,500)
• Great company bonus scheme
• Healthcare & Pension

Key Benefits:

• Deliver projects across a range of sectors ranging from £5m - £50m
• Employee reviews highlight 'a supportive environment'
• The business promotes structure career plans
• Full pipeline of work into 2027 / 2028

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Plan resources on site and ensure programme is being met
• Manage projects to the highest standards of safety
• Manage sub-contractors and project stakeholders
• Deliver projects to meet contractual standards

Requirements:

• Ability to manage delivery teams and sub‑contractors effectively
• Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or in a similar role
• Commitment to quality, safety, and client satisfaction
• Strong leadership and communication skills

To qualify for the higher rate of pay you must be able to demonstrate a track record as a Site Manager delivering construction projects for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 building contractor ranging from £10m+.

Apply Now!

For any further information on this Senior Site Manager vacancy please apply with your CV attached or contact Mark Dalgleish at Saxton Recruitment.

Key Roles - Senior Site Manager / Site Manager

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