Site Manager

Sphere Solutions; Faringdon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere Solutions is seeking a Site Manager for projects across the Oxford and Swindon areas. You will oversee day-to-day site operations, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure safety, quality and timely delivery on multi-million-pound schemes.

Candidates should hold valid SMSTS/CSCS and a construction qualification (NVQ/HNC or equivalent) and be prepared to travel locally. This varies from industrial warehouses to commercial buildings with a strong pipeline in the region.

Qualifications

• Must have proven Site Manager experience with a main contractor.
• Experience delivering industrial/commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day running of construction sites from commencement through to completion.
• Coordinating subcontractors, trades and site teams to deliver safely and efficiently.
• Monitoring progress against programme and achieving milestones.
• Ensuring health, safety and quality across the project.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and construction information.
• Managing site logistics, sequencing and resources.
• Proactive issue resolution on site.
• Liaising with Project Manager and project team.
• Carrying out inspections and quality checks.
• Supporting handover and project completion.

Skills

Site management

Team leadership

Health & safety awareness

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Valid SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid qualified

NVQ/HNC or equivalent in construction

Tools

Construction management tools

Job description

SITE MANAGER

Role: Site Manager

Location: Oxford / Swindon

Sector: Main Contracting - Commercial / Industrial

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Salary: Competitive Salary + Package

An established UK main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to join their team, working on projects across the Oxford and Swindon areas. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing projects typically valued between £10m and £20m, with a range of work including industrial warehouses, commercial buildings and other large-scale developments.

This is a great opportunity for a Site Manager with a strong all-round construction background who is looking for a long-term position with an established contractor and a strong pipeline of work across the region.

What you'll be doing

• Managing the day-to-day running of construction sites from commencement through to completion
• Coordinating subcontractors, trades and site teams to ensure projects are delivered safely and efficiently
• Monitoring progress against programme and ensuring key milestones are achieved
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety and quality across the project
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and construction information
• Managing site logistics, sequencing and resource requirements
• Identifying and resolving site issues proactively
• Liaising with the Project Manager, subcontractors, consultants and wider project team
• Carrying out regular inspections and quality checks
• Ensuring works are delivered to programme, specification and required standards
• Supporting the successful handover and completion of projects

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Site Manager working for a main contractor
• Strong all-round construction experience
• Experience delivering commercial, industrial or similar projects
• Confident managing subcontractors, trades and site teams
• Excellent health & safety and quality awareness
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid qualifications; relevant construction qualification such as NVQ, HNC or equivalent preferred
• Based within a commutable distance of Oxford / Swindon and willing to travel locally for projects