Site Manager

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Limited; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional main contractor is seeking an experienced Site Manager for a c£7m commercial project in Bury St Edmunds. Responsibilities include managing health and safety, programming, and quality delivery. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Construction Management or equivalent, with experience on projects over £5m. Excellent communication skills are essential. The role offers a competitive basic salary and the opportunity to lead multiple future projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in site management with projects valued at c£5m+.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage all site management functions for the project.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Liaise with clients and suppliers effectively.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Health & safety management

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Construction Management

NVQ Level 6 or above

Job description

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Site Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1286

Location: Bury St Edmunds (future sites in Cambridgeshire)

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£50k-£55k basic plus competitive package

Company & Project

A locally based and award‑winning regional main contractor operating in Cambridgeshire and Suffolk is seeking to recruit a talented Site Manager to work on a recent project win in Bury St Edmunds that starts on site in the coming months. The successful candidate will join a c£7m commercial project and many future projects with repeat clients in the local area. The project will have a full‑time site‑based Project Manager.

The business works across multiple sectors including: Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Residential, Industrial and Mixed‑Use on a regional basis. They are looking to grow their Construction Delivery team due to recent project wins.

Duties & Responsibilities

The successful Site Manager will take responsibility for managing all site management functions for the project: health & safety, short‑term programming, progress monitoring for subcontractors, and delivering a quality build with low defects. Excellent communication skills are essential, as the Site Manager will liaise with the client and long‑term suppliers and act as a mentor to junior team members.

Desirable Experience

• Previously held a Site Manager role with a Main Contractor on projects c£5m+ in value.
• Exceptional track record for delivering sites on time and to a high standard of finish.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of the Building Safety Act.
• Previous roles: Assistant Site Manager, Construction Manager, Site Manager or Senior Site Manager.

Qualifications & Skills

Degree in Construction Management, NVQ Level 6 or above, or another comparable qualification/trade background and associated qualification.

Application Process

If you would like more information on this Site Manager position or any other vacancy, please email your current CV to Jess Quinn; it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

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