Senior Site Manager – MoJ Prison Refurbishment Lead

Sphere Solutions; Rassau; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere Solutions is seeking a Senior Site Manager for a major MoJ prison refurbishment and new-build project near Usk, South Wales. The role reports to the Lead Project Manager and requires delivering complex works on a secure site with strict safety standards.

You will lead site operations, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure workmanship and programme adherence. Relevant MoJ or government project experience and security clearance are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Strong background delivering complex construction projects for a recognised main contractor.
• Experience on Ministry of Justice, prison, custodial or secure government schemes.
• Security clearance to work within a prison environment, or ability to obtain.
• Proven track record managing large refurbishment, upgrades and new-build works.
• Experience managing subcontractors, site teams and multiple work packages.
• Solid knowledge of construction health and safety, QA and programme management.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Senior site-based support to a Lead Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Project Manager in the successful delivery of the £18m project.
• Lead the management and coordination of site-based construction activities.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors and specialist contractors to ensure safe, efficient delivery to programme.
• Oversee refurbishment and upgrading of existing facilities and construction of new accommodation.
• Ensure works meet project specifications, quality standards and contractual requirements.
• Maintain highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Monitor programme progress, identify delays and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate site logistics and sequencing in a complex, secure environment.
• Collaborate with client, consultants and wider project team.
• Drive quality, productivity and overall site performance.

Skills

MoJ/prison project experience

Main contractor experience

Leadership

Health & Safety

SSSTS/CSCS

Programme management

Education

Construction qualifications (SMSTS/CSCS/First Aid)

Job description

Sphere Solutions is seeking a Senior Site Manager for a major MoJ prison refurbishment and new-build project near Usk, South Wales. The role reports to the Lead Project Manager and requires delivering complex works on a secure site with strict safety standards.

You will lead site operations, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure workmanship and programme adherence. Relevant MoJ or government project experience and security clearance are essential for success.