Senior Site Manager

Recco; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property services contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Site Manager in Canterbury to oversee SHDF Retrofit Works for a local authority contract. In this role, you will manage the day-to-day operations, oversee site teams and subcontractors, and ensure projects are delivered safely and within budget. Ideal candidates will have a strong leadership background in construction, a focus on quality and compliance, and excellent communication skills. This role presents an opportunity for future project transitions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing site operations for construction projects.
• Strong leadership skills in overseeing teams and subcontractors.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the SHDF retrofit contract.
• Oversee site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners.
• Ensure project delivery is safe, on schedule, and within budget.
• Act as the main contact for the local authority client.

Skills

Team management

Budget management

Safety compliance

Quality assurance

Job description

The Company

We are currently collaborating with a leading property services main contractor that works with some of the UK's largest clients to provide strategic building repairs, planned maintenance and improvement across all property sectors.

Established over 30 years ago, the company continues to be family‑run and maintains a strong reputation nationally for providing exceptional service.

They have four divisions, including social housing repairs and maintenance, commercial office fit‑out, heritage preservation and public sector maintenance.

The Role

Our client is seeking a Senior Site Manager to join their team in Kent, working on SHDF Retrofit Works for a local authority contract.

This role will involve full responsibility for the day‑to‑day management of the contract, acting as the key lead for delivery, coordination, and performance on site. Following successful delivery, there is a strong opportunity to transition onto a future External Wall Insulation (EWI) project within Kent.

• Managing the day‑to‑day running of the SHDF retrofit contract
• Overseeing site teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners
• Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and within budget
• Acting as the main point of contact with the local authority client
• Monitoring quality, compliance, and performance standards
• Monitoring and assisting with programme, reporting, and progress reviews
• Coordinating handovers, completions, and defect resolution
• Supporting commercial control and cost management