Senior Site Manager - Housing Construction Lead

Persimmon; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus

Car Allowance or Company Car

Healthcare

Life Coverage

Contributory Pension

Employee Benefits Platform

Job summary

Persimmon Homes is seeking a Senior Site Manager to lead a construction site in Barnstaple. You will ensure delivery on time, to specification, and in compliance with safety standards.

The role requires coordinating with subcontractors, authorities, and warranty providers to keep the build programme on track. You will manage staff and site records, call off materials, and drive collaboration with Sales and Customer Care to address issues and provide timely plot updates.

Qualifications

• Experience managing the full lifecycle of a construction development site.
• Understanding of the house building industry and related standards.
• Knowledge of NHBC/LABC/Premier standards and Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.
• CSCS Card and SMSTS certification are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a construction site to complete development on time, to specification and in line with safety regulations.
• Direct and supervise the workforce and subcontractors to meet quality and budget targets.
• Coordinate with external third parties (warranty providers, local authorities, utilities) to ensure build programme progress.
• Maintain accurate records (inductions, safety, quality checks, timesheets, incident reports).
• Ensure materials are called off timely and stored per group guidelines.
• Collaborate with Sales and Customer Care to resolve issues and update plot progress.
• Ensure compliance with the Group Health, Safety and Environment policy and minimise incidents.
• Role involves travel across sites in the region and occasional trips to other offices.

Skills

Leadership

Site management

Health and safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management

CSCS Card

SMSTS

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Persimmon Homes is seeking a Senior Site Manager to lead a construction site in Barnstaple. You will ensure delivery on time, to specification, and in compliance with safety standards.

The role requires coordinating with subcontractors, authorities, and warranty providers to keep the build programme on track. You will manage staff and site records, call off materials, and drive collaboration with Sales and Customer Care to address issues and provide timely plot updates.