Senior Site Manager or Project Manager

Building Careers UK; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in luxury housing development is seeking a Senior Site Manager / Project Manager to oversee a prestigious residential project in North Manchester. The role involves managing the full construction lifecycle, ensuring high-quality standards, and leading a team to deliver exceptional results. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in luxury residential schemes and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Car allowance or company vehicle

Career progression opportunities

Opportunity to work on prestigious projects

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in construction, with at least 3 in a senior management role.
• Proven track record delivering high-spec/luxury residential schemes.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring adherence to programme and budget.
• Lead and coordinate all on-site personnel including subcontractors and suppliers.
• Conduct regular quality and safety audits.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Construction Management

HNC in Construction Management

Tools

SMSTS

CSCS (Black or Platinum Card)

First Aid Certification

Job description

Job Title: Senior Site Manager / Project Manager - Luxury Housing Development

Location: North Manchester
Salary: Competitive + Package
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview:

We are seeking a highly experienced and driven Senior Site Manager / Project Manager to lead the delivery of a high-end luxury residential development for one of our clients. The successful candidate will oversee the full life cycle of the construction process, ensuring premium quality, cost control, and timely completion. This is a flagship project for a respected residential developer with a reputation for craftsmanship and excellence in the luxury housing sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full ownership of the site from pre-construction through to handover.

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring adherence to programme, health & safety, quality standards, and budget.

• Lead and coordinate all on-site personnel including subcontractors, suppliers, and direct staff.

• Collaborate with internal departments such as Commercial, Technical, Sales, and Customer Care.

• Monitor progress against programme and report to senior management.

• Ensure high standards of finish and specification in line with luxury market expectations.

• Conduct regular quality and safety audits.

• Interface with clients, design teams, and external consultants to ensure smooth project delivery.

• Identify and resolve issues proactively to minimise delays and cost overruns.

• Mentor junior managers and contribute to building a high-performance team culture.

Key Requirements:

• Proven track record delivering high-spec/luxury residential schemes, ideally for private sale.

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in construction, with at least 3 in a senior management role.

• Strong leadership and communication skills.

• Exceptional eye for detail and commitment to quality.

• Excellent knowledge of construction methods, regulations, and health & safety legislation.

• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and logistics effectively.

• SMSTS, CSCS (Black or Platinum Card), and First Aid certification required.

• Degree or HNC in Construction Management (or equivalent) desirable.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary

• Car allowance or company vehicle.

• Career progression opportunities within a growing luxury developer.

• Opportunity to work on a prestigious, design-led residential scheme.

If you are a results-oriented professional with a passion for delivering high-quality homes, please send your CV to (url removed) or give me a call on (phone number removed)