Site Manager

Professional Construction Recruitment; Horsham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Residential Site Manager to oversee day-to-day operations on a large construction project in Horsham, United Kingdom. The successful candidate will manage on-site activities, lead a team, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Required qualifications include SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid at Work certifications, with a competitive salary and benefits package available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company car or car allowance

Pension and benefits package

Opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on large residential or mixed-use developments.
• Strong ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Effective decision-making skills under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site construction activities from start to completion.
• Supervise subcontractors and site personnel to meet quality requirements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Monitor project progress and resolve potential delays.

Skills

Leadership and communication skills

Understanding of construction sequencing

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental legislation

Competence in project management software

Education

SMSTS

CSCS Card

First Aid at Work

NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management

Tools

Asta Powerproject

MS Project

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Residential Site Manager to lead day-to-day operations on a large, multi-phase construction development. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of all site activities, managing a team that includes an Assistant Site Manager and a Trainee Site Manager.

You will play a key role in driving programme performance, ensuring works are delivered to specification, on time, and within budget, while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site construction activities from start to completion across multiple phases.
• Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, trades, and site personnel to meet programme and quality requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and statutory regulations, including health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Lead daily site briefings, progress meetings, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress against the master programme, identifying and resolving potential delays or issues.
• Manage site logistics, deliveries, and resources to maintain productivity and efficiency.
• Oversee quality assurance and snagging processes to ensure all works meet design and specification standards.
• Maintain accurate site records, reports, and documentation including daily diaries, inspections, and progress updates.
• Support and mentor the Assistant Site Manager and Trainee Site Manager, promoting professional development within the team.
• Liaise closely with the Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor, and design team to support commercial and technical decision-making.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on large residential or mixed-use developments (multi-phase or multi-plot advantageous).
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent understanding of construction sequencing, programming, and logistics.
• In-depth knowledge of current health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to make effective decisions under pressure.
• Competent in reading drawings and using project management software (e.g. Asta Powerproject, MS Project).

Qualifications

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) - Essential
• CSCS Card - Essential
• First Aid at Work - Essential
• NVQ Level 6 or equivalent in Construction Management - Preferred
• Scaffold Inspection / Temporary Works Coordination - Desirable

Package

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Company car / car allowance
• Pension and benefits package
• Opportunities for progression and professional development