Site Manager

C & P Recruitment; Inverness; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van or car allowance

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Ongoing training

Career progression

Job summary

C&P Recruitment is seeking an experienced Construction Site Manager for projects across the Highlands, including Inverness. You will oversee day-to-day site operations, supervise subcontractors, manage budgets and ensure adherence to drawings and quality standards.

The role emphasizes safety, programme delivery and collaboration with clients and consultants. A current SMSTS, First Aid at Work and a Full UK Driving Licence are required, with opportunities for long-term progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Site Manager with a main contractor.
• Experience delivering commercial, residential, education or public sector construction projects.
• SMSTS qualification.
• First Aid at Work certification.
• Strong knowledge of current health and safety legislation.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple subcontractors and manage programmes effectively.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations to deliver projects safely, on programme and within budget.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, site teams and suppliers.
• Ensure works follow drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Promote and maintain health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Carry out site inductions, toolbox talks and safety inspections.
• Monitor progress and report updates to the Contracts Manager and Project Manager.
• Coordinate deliveries, plant, labour and materials to maintain programme.
• Build relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Identify and resolve site issues quickly and effectively.
• Maintain project documentation and handover to client.
• Maintain housekeeping and site presentation.

Skills

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Leadership

Subcontractor coordination

Programme management

Communication

Organisational skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Are you an experienced Construction Site Manager looking to take the next step in your career? We are recruiting on behalf of a leading construction contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the Highlands.

Working across a varied portfolio of commercial, education, healthcare and residential developments, you'll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor that offers long-term career progression, a supportive working environment and a strong pipeline of secured work.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of construction projects from start through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all day-to-day site operations to ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, site teams and suppliers.
• Ensure works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and company quality standards.
• Promote and maintain the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Carry out site inductions, toolbox talks and regular safety inspections.
• Monitor project progress and report updates to the Contracts Manager and Project Manager.
• Coordinate deliveries, plant, labour and materials to maintain programme.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
• Identify and resolve site issues quickly and effectively.
• Ensure all project documentation is completed accurately and maintained throughout the project.
• Manage project quality, snagging and handover to the client.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and site presentation at all times.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience as a Construction Site Manager with a main contractor.
• Experience delivering commercial, residential, education or public sector construction projects.
• SMSTS qualification.
• First Aid at Work certification.
• Strong knowledge of current health and safety legislation.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple subcontractors and manage programmes effectively.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• Company van or car allowance
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare (where applicable)
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Long-term pipeline of exciting construction projects

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available for this role.

If you're a motivated Site Manager looking to join a respected contractor with an excellent reputation and a strong order book, we'd love to hear from you.