Senior Site Manager – Island Leisure Build Lead

Fawkes & Reece London; Gurnard; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece London is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to take the lead as No1 on a £5m new build leisure project near West Cowes on the Isle of Wight. The role runs for about six months with potential for ongoing work in the region.

You will report to the Contracts Manager and be responsible for all site-based construction activities, client liaison, design information reviews, RFIs/TQs, short-term programming, and ensuring safety, quality, and handover readiness.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of site management experience on small to mid-sized main contractor projects.
• Trades background with strong organisational and people management skills.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certificates are essential.
• Ability to plan ahead, identify issues and ensure first-time-right delivery.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead site activities as No.1 on site for a £5m leisure project.
• Liaise with client and review design information, RFIs/TQs.
• Program short-term works and ensure safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate subcontractors, monitor progress and report against programme.
• Oversee snagging and handover on completion.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Trade background

Planning

Communication

Education

SMSTS certificate

CSCS card

First Aid certificate

Job description

Fawkes & Reece London is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to take the lead as No1 on a £5m new build leisure project near West Cowes on the Isle of Wight. The role runs for about six months with potential for ongoing work in the region.

You will report to the Contracts Manager and be responsible for all site-based construction activities, client liaison, design information reviews, RFIs/TQs, short-term programming, and ensuring safety, quality, and handover readiness.