Site Manager

Luddon Construction; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction company based in Glasgow is seeking a skilled Site Manager to lead site operations and ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to specification. The ideal candidate will have an HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, significant experience in site management, and qualifications in Health & Safety compliance. Responsibilities include directing teams, managing costs, and ensuring compliance with company standards. Applications are encouraged via CV and cover letter submission.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager or Assistant Site Manager in civil engineering projects.
• Demonstrable record of delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• SMSTS certification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Direct necessary labour, plant, staff, and equipment to achieve completion on time.
• Manage contract programmes to ensure projects are delivered within timescales.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental Plan.

Skills

Leadership

Civil engineering knowledge

Health & Safety compliance

Cost control

Team motivation

Education

HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Established in 1975, one of the Country’s leading privately owned Construction Companies, Luddon Construction Ltd is an extremely successful and reputable Civil Engineering, Building and Surfacing Contractor based in Glasgow, with operations and projects now spanning throughout the whole of the UK. With over 500 employees, we are ideally placed to apply our extensive experience to meet the challenges of demanding markets and provide integrated and innovative solutions to our clients.

Luddon Construction are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Site Manager to join our East of Scotland Division. The Site Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating and managing labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors, ensuring works are delivered on time, within budget, to specification, and in line with company standards. The role requires strong leadership of site teams, close engagement with clients and stakeholders whilst ensuring compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards

Your expertise in civil engineering, site management, and health & safety compliance will be essential in driving successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct the necessary labour, plant, staff, and equipment to achieve completion on time, to specification, and within budget.
• Manage contract programmes to ensure projects are delivered within timescales.
• Ensure site supervisors are fully briefed on project requirements and priorities.
• Monitor and control costs to ensure alignment with budgets and financial targets.
• Ensure the Company Health, Safety, and Environmental Plan is effectively implemented.
• Manage procurement of materials and plant in line with company processes.
• Provide quality control of works, ensuring compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Attend and contribute to internal company meetings (handover meetings, cost meetings, planning sessions).
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Support and coordinate site engineers and supervisors, ensuring accuracy of setting out and records.
• Mentor and support junior staff, apprentices, and engineers, promoting succession planning and long-term workforce development.

Person Specification

• HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent).
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
• Proven experience as a Site Manager or Assistant Site Manager in civil engineering projects.
• Demonstrable record of delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Good commercial awareness and ability to control costs
• Confident leader with the ability to motivate teams and drive performance.
• Decisive and proactive in problem-solving.
• Resilient, adaptable, and able to work under pressure.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and the position you are applying for [e-mail]

Luddon Construction Limited
Registered in Scotland: SC057943