Senior Site Manager in Edinburgh

Energy Jobline ZR; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career progression

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to lead the day-to-day site activities for a £12m new-build in Edinburgh. You will manage safety, programme, and quality, coordinating subcontractors and labour while reporting to the Project Manager.

Applicants should have proven Senior Site Manager experience on large-scale builds, with strong leadership, health & safety knowledge, and the ability to drive programme performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Senior Site Manager on large-scale projects.
• Experience delivering new-builds from inception to completion is essential.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with multiple stakeholders.
• Solid knowledge of health and safety legislation and site management procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage all site activities on a major new-build construction project.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and company procedures.
• Coordinate subcontractors and direct labour on site.
• Monitor programme milestones and drive progress.
• Perform quality inspections ensuring works meet specification.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and project team.
• Produce site reports and maintain project documentation.
• Support project handover and completion.

Skills

Construction leadership

Site management

Health & safety

SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid

Subcontractor coordination

Stakeholder management

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

A leading Tier 1 construction contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality projects across Scotland is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to join their team. With a strong pipeline of secured work and a commitment to excellence, they are currently delivering a £12m new-build development in Edinburgh and require a driven construction professional to play a key role in its successful delivery.

Your new role

As Senior Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the site, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will coordinate subcontractors, manage site teams, oversee health and safety compliance, and drive programme performance throughout the construction phase. Key duties will include:

• Managing all site activities on a major new-build construction project
• Ensuring strict adherence to health & safety regulations and company procedures
• Coordinating and managing subcontractors and direct labour
• Monitoring programme milestones and driving progress on site
• Conducting quality inspections and ensuring works meet specification
• Liaising with clients, consultants, and the wider project team
• Producing site reports and maintaining project documentation
• Supporting the successful completion and handover of the project

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience working as a Senior Site Manager on large-scale construction projects
• Previous experience delivering new-build projects from inception through to completion
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders
• Excellent understanding of health & safety legislation and site management procedures
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications
• A stable track record working with principal or main contractors
• Ability to drive programme performance while maintaining quality standards

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to join a highly respected Tier 1 contractor
• Long-term career progression within a growing business
• Exposure to a flagship £12m development in Edinburgh
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• The chance to play a key role in delivering a landmark project