Site Manager

Reinforced Recruitment LTD; Chichester; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Reinforced Recruitment LTD is recruiting for a Site Manager to lead a prestigious super-prime residential new build in West Sussex. You will oversee the on-site team through plastering, second fix, finishes and handover, coordinating specialist trades to meet a demanding program.

You will bring proven experience from bespoke high-end builds, strong leadership, and a hands-on, detail-focused approach to quality and safety on site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high-end residential projects, preferably super prime or bespoke builds.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills with a hands-on approach.
• Experience taking projects through internal fit-out, finishing stages and handover.
• Experience coordinating specialist joinery and demanding finishing packages.
• SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day on-site activity to drive plastering, second fix, finishes and handover.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades and suppliers to maintain a clear programme.
• Plan trade sequencing and deliveries to prevent delays and protect completed work.
• Maintain workmanship across joinery, architectural details and high-end finishes.
• Oversee site health and safety, risk assessments and compliance with procedures.
• Report progress to senior management and liaise with client and design teams.
• Manage inspections, snagging and final handover to a high standard.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Reading drawings

Construction programmes

Issue resolution

Quality control

Job description

Site Manager - Super Prime Residential New Build

Location: Chichester/Bosham area, West Sussex

Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum, depending on experience

Start Date: Ideally before 11 November 2026 to allow a handover

Employment Type: Permanent

Project Duration: Until March 2027, with further work to move onto afterwards

Project Value: £7 million

Project Size: 12,500 sq ft bespoke new build residence Are you an experienced Site Manager with a strong background in high-end residential construction? This is an opportunity to take a substantial private residence through its internal fit-out and finishing stages, with further projects offering long-term continuity.

The Role

You will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a complex, super prime new build residence in West Sussex. The project is approaching the end of first fix, with plastering due to commence shortly.

• Manage all on-site activity, taking the project through plastering, second fix, finishes and handover
• Coordinate subcontractors, specialist trades and suppliers to maintain a clear, achievable programme
• Plan trade sequencing and deliveries to prevent delays and protect completed work
• Maintain excellent workmanship across specialist joinery, architectural details and high-end finishes
• Oversee site health and safety, risk assessments and compliance with company procedures
• Report progress to senior management and work closely with the client and design teams
• Manage inspections, snagging and completion to achieve a high standard at handover

Requirements

• Proven experience managing high-end or super prime residential projects, ideally bespoke new builds valued at £5m+
• A strong track record taking projects through internal fit-out, finishing stages and handover
• Experience coordinating specialist joinery and demanding finishing packages
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Confidence reading drawings, managing construction programmes and resolving site issues
• A strong eye for detail and a hands-on approach to quality control
• Valid SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS certifications

About the Company

Our client is an established main contractor specialising in bespoke, high-end residential construction across the South East. Working closely with architects and private clients, the business delivers technically complex homes where craftsmanship and attention to detail are central to every project.

This is a permanent position with further work to move onto after the current project finishes in March 2027, making it a strong opportunity for someone seeking a long-term role in the high-end residential sector.