Site Manager

Logical Personnel Solutions; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency is looking for a Site Manager in Gateshead. The successful candidate will have over 6 years of site management experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate subcontractors effectively on industrial new build projects. They will oversee site operations, ensure project compliance with regulations, and maintain high standards of workmanship. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and career development prospects.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Career development opportunities

Supportive project team

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years' experience as a Site Manager in industrial or commercial new build environments.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractor teams and keep projects on schedule.
• Experience in creating and managing RAMS and safety documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site operations ensuring safe and efficient project delivery.
• Manage subcontractors on site and ensure adherence to specifications.
• Monitor construction programme and mitigate delays.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

IT skills

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS Manager's Card

First Aid at Work certification

Job description

Site Manager - Industrial New Build (Permanent)

Location: Gateshead
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Sector: Industrial Sheds / Warehousing New Build

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Site Manager to oversee the delivery of industrial shed new build projects in Gateshead. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of site management experience, strong leadership skills, and a proven ability to coordinate subcontractors, manage programme delivery, and ensure all RAMS and site documentation are compliant and up to date.

This is an oportunity to join a new developing North East company who ahve ventured inot the contracting market, strong established client relationships and a briming order book. This could be a great move for someoen who wants to grow as the company does.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site operations to ensure safe, efficient and timely delivery of industrial new build projects.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors on site, ensuring quality, productivity, and adherence to project specifications.
• Maintain and manage the construction programme, monitoring progress and mitigating delays where necessary.
• Prepare, review, and implement Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS).
• Conduct daily and weekly site briefings, toolbox talks, and safety checks.
• Ensure full compliance with H&S legislation, company standards, and site procedures.
• Oversee material deliveries, site logistics, and waste management.
• Liaise effectively with clients, design teams, project managers, and inspectors.
• Maintain accurate site documentation including diaries, progress reports, permits, and inspection records.
• Ensure high standards of workmanship and deliver quality results in line with project requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years' experience as a Site Manager, ideally within industrial or commercial new build environments.
• Strong background in managing subcontractor teams and site labour.
• Proven ability to manage programmes and keep projects on schedule.
• Solid understanding of construction processes and industrial steel‑frame builds.
• Demonstrable experience creating and managing RAMS and safety documentation.
• SMSTS (essential).
• CSCS Manager's Card (preferred).
• First Aid at Work (preferred).
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Competent IT skills for reporting and documentation.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Long-term, permanent role with career development opportunities.
• Supportive project team and well‑structured company environment.
• Opportunity to work on significant regional industrial build projects.

For more information or a confidential chat contact Lee Hopkin