Senior Site Manager

Sphere Solutions; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national housebuilder is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to oversee high-quality residential developments in Yeovil. The successful candidate will manage site operations, ensuring health and safety compliance while driving performance and maintaining quality standards. Key benefits include a salary up to £80,000, a company car or allowance, a bonus scheme, and additional perks such as private medical cover and 26 days of holiday. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Bonus scheme

Private medical cover

Annual medical assessment

26 days' holiday

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering residential developments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-management skills.
• Ability to manage complex programmes and drive weekly targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management of the site and ensure compliance with standards.
• Drive progress against the build programme and coordinate resources.
• Oversee cost control on site and maintain exceptional site presentation.

Skills

Site management experience

Leadership skills

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 5 in Construction Management

CIOB membership

Job description

Senior Site Manager - Residential New Build

Location: Yeovil

Salary: Up to £80,000, Car package & Bonus

We are working with a leading national housebuilder to recruit an experienced Senior Site Manager to take full responsibility for delivering high‑quality housing developments. Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will lead site operations, manage the site team, and ensure the project is delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day‑to‑day management of the site, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, NHBC standards, Building Regulations, and company procedures.
• Drive progress against the build programme, coordinating labour, subcontractors, and materials to maintain momentum.
• Manage material levels effectively to avoid delays and unnecessary stock.
• Ensure all plots meet required quality standards through inspections, snag management, and proactive issue resolution.
• Oversee cost control on site and approve subcontractor payments.
• Carry out site briefings, toolbox talks, and maintain exceptional site presentation.
• Work closely with internal teams including Sales, Technical, and Commercial to ensure smooth project delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Conduct customer home demonstrations ahead of legal completion.
• Support, mentor, and direct Assistant Site Managers and the wider site team, ensuring clear responsibilities and strong performance.
• Build positive relationships with building inspectors, NHBC, and external partners.

About You

• Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering residential developments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team‑management skills.
• Ability to manage complex programmes and drive weekly targets.
• Excellent problem‑solving ability and commercial awareness.
• NVQ Level 5 in Construction Management, CIOB membership, or strong trade background with extensive housebuilding experience.
• In‑depth knowledge of construction processes, health & safety, NHBC requirements, and customer service best practice.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £80,000 depending on experience.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Bonus scheme.
• Private medical cover.
• Annual medical assessment.
• 26 days' holiday (increasing with service).
• Flexible benefits and enhanced family policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under‑represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces—regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.