Senior Site Manager

TipTopJob; Warrington; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a freelance Senior Site Manager to lead a major new-build multi-room scheme in Warrington. You will drive the site programme, manage sub-contractors, and uphold safety and quality from groundworks through handover on a fast-paced, high-value project.

The role requires proven on-site leadership on large-scale schemes (PRS, hotels, or student accommodation), solid structural project experience, and qualifications such as SMSTS, CSCS Black Card (Mgmt), and First Aid.

Qualifications

• Experience leading on-site delivery of large-scale, new-build schemes.
• Proven ability to drive programme milestones safely and to high quality standards.
• Strong leadership and communication to manage multiple sub-contractors.

Responsibilities

• Take full operational lead on site, driving the daily and weekly programme to ensure milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Manage, coordinate, and drive various sub-contractors and site teams.
• Enforce the highest standards of Health and Safety, conducting inductions, toolbox talks, and regular site inspections.
• Oversee rigorous QA/QC procedures.
• Maintain accurate site records, diaries, and progress reports for the Project Manager / Contracts Manager.
• Solve on-site logistical and technical challenges proactively.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Health & Safety

Sub-contractor coordination

Programme delivery

Education

SMSTS

CSCS Black Card (Management)

First Aid at Work

Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or Crane Appointed Person

Job description

Freelance Senior Site Manager

Location: Warrington, Cheshire

Contract Type: Freelance

Rate: GBP400 : GBP450/day Umbrella

Duration: 14 months

The Opportunity

Are you a highly driven Senior Site Manager with a proven track record of delivering major structural projects?

We are currently seeking an experienced freelance Senior Site Manager to spearhead a prominent new:build multi:room scheme in Warrington. This is a fast:paced, high:value project requiring a strong leader who can drive the programme safely, maintain exceptional quality standards, and manage a busy site from the ground up through to handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full operational lead on site, driving the daily and weekly programme to ensure milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Manage, coordinate, and drive various sub:contractors and site teams.
• Enforce the highest standards of Health and Safety, conducting inductions, tool:box talks, and regular site inspections.
• Oversee rigorous Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures.
• Maintain accurate site records, diaries, and progress reports for the Project Manager / Contracts Manager.
• Solve on:site logistical and technical challenges proactively.

About You

• Proven Experience: A strong background operating as a Senior Site Manager on large:scale, new:build multi:room projects (PRS, hotels, or student accommodation).
• Structural Knowledge: Solid experience managing the project lifecycle from groundworks and structural frame through to internal fit:out and handover.
• Leadership: Exceptional man:management and communication skills with the ability to motivate teams and hold sub:contractors accountable.

Qualifications

• Valid SMSTS
• CSCS Black Card (Management)
• First Aid at Work
• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or Crane Appointed Person would be highly advantageous.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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