Site Manager

Henry Martin Group; Guildford; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks an experienced Site Manager for a landmark new-build residential project in Guildford. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring project compliance with safety regulations, and managing subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in large-scale projects, strong leadership skills, and relevant certifications. This long-term position offers a competitive salary and a chance to contribute to the redevelopment of Guildford town centre.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Long-term career opportunity

Chance to work for a reputable Tier 1 Developer

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on large-scale new build residential projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodology, health & safety, and quality control.
• Experience coordinating multiple trades and managing subcontractor performance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; capable of maintaining relationships with stakeholders.
• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely and on schedule.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, site teams, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with design specifications and health & safety laws.
• Conduct regular inspections, snagging, and progress reporting.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager and engineers to meet project milestones.
• Support planning and logistics on a busy site.
• Maintain accurate site records and health & safety documentation.

Job description

Overview

Site Manager - Major Residential Scheme

Location: Guildford (North Street)

Developer: Tier 1 Main Contractor / Developer

Project Duration: Now - 2030

A Tier 1 Developer is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to join the team on a landmark new-build residential scheme in Guildford. This long-term project comprises 477 RC frame units, extensive new road infrastructure works already underway, and the construction of a new bus garage. The programme runs through to 2030, offering a secure and exciting career opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the highest standards.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, site teams, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with design specifications, quality requirements, and health & safety legislation.
• Carry out regular inspections, snagging, and progress reporting.
• Work closely with the Project Manager, engineers, and commercial team to achieve project milestones.
• Support the planning, sequencing, and logistics of works on a busy town-centre site.
• Maintain accurate site records, inductions, permits, and health & safety documentation.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on large-scale new build residential projects (RC frame experience essential).
• Strong knowledge of construction methodology, health & safety, and quality control processes.
• Experience coordinating multiple trades and managing subcontractor performance.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to maintain positive relationships with the project team and stakeholders.
• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certification required.

Offer

• Long-term career opportunity on a flagship development running until 2030.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work for a Tier 1 Developer with a strong project pipeline and reputation for delivering landmark schemes.
• Chance to be part of a regeneration project shaping the future of Guildford town centre.