Site Manager

Jobs.co.uk; Exeter; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

RGB Recruitment is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee daily operations on construction projects in Exeter and the South West, working with a Tier One contractor. You will coordinate site activities, manage subcontractors, and ensure works comply with programme, safety, and quality standards.

The role is full-time and permanent, offering a salary of £50,000–£55,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package. CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid at Work are essential for this post.

Qualifications

• Proven site management experience on large construction projects.
• Experience with Tier One contractors is preferred.
• Valid CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid at Work certifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site operations and coordination of trades.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure works align with programme.
• Uphold health and safety, quality, and contractual standards.
• Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Site management

Tools

CSCS

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Job description

About The Role

Reporting to senior management, the successful candidate will oversee daily operations on construction projects throughout Exeter and the wider South West region. This full-time, permanent position with RGB Recruitment offers a salary of £50,000 to £55,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Key duties for this Site Manager role include managing subcontractors, enforcing strict health and safety regulations, and ensuring work complies with programme schedules and quality standards. Applicants must demonstrate proven experience in a similar capacity, ideally with a Tier One contractor, alongside strong leadership and communication skills. The position requires excellent organisational abilities to coordinate multiple trades effectively. Relevant industry certifications, such as SMSTS and CSCS, are essential for this post.

About The Role

Reporting to senior management, the successful candidate will oversee daily operations on construction projects throughout Exeter and the wider South West region. This full-time, permanent position with RGB Recruitment offers a salary of £50,000 to £55,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Key duties for this Site Manager role include managing subcontractors, enforcing strict health and safety regulations, and ensuring work complies with programme schedules and quality standards. Applicants must demonstrate proven experience in a similar capacity, ideally with a Tier One contractor, alongside strong leadership and communication skills. The position requires excellent organisational abilities to coordinate multiple trades effectively. Relevant industry certifications, such as SMSTS and CSCS, are essential for this post.

Site Manager

Exeter

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Manager to join a well-established and forward-thinking Tier One Contractor, working on a diverse portfolio of high-quality projects across the South West. With an excellent reputation for delivering complex projects and building strong, long-term relationships with clients, our client is continuing to grow and is looking to strengthen their team with an experienced Site Manager. The business operates across a broad range of sectors, including Education, Retail, Industrial, Healthcare, Ministry of Justice and Listed Buildings, meaning you will have the opportunity to work on varied and technically interesting projects rather than being restricted to one sector.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of your project, working closely with the Project Manager and wider team to ensure the works are delivered safely, on programme and to the highest standards of quality. You will play a key role in coordinating site activities, managing subcontractors and site teams, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of site operations
• Lead and motivate site teams and subcontractors, ensuring works are delivered efficiently and to programme
• Coordinate labour, materials, plant and resources to support successful project delivery
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and quality throughout the project
• Monitor progress against programme and identify and resolve issues before they impact delivery
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and the wider project team
• Ensure works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and contractual requirements
• Contribute to a collaborative and positive site culture

About You

We are looking for an experienced Site Manager with a strong main contracting background and a proven track record of delivering large-scale Design & Build projects.

You Will Ideally Have

• Experience working for a Tier One or leading main contractor
• A proven track record of delivering complex construction projects
• Experience across sectors such as Education, Healthcare, Industrial, Retail, MoJ or Listed Buildings
• Valid CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid at Work
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, health and safety and quality standards
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• The confidence to lead site teams and work effectively with clients and key stakeholders
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and a genuine commitment to delivering high standards

What’s on Offer

In return, you will receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, together with the opportunity to join a successful and supportive business that genuinely invests in its people.