Site Manager

Thorn Baker Construction; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK seeks a proactive Site Manager to oversee onsite activities for high-performance modular projects. This role covers education, residential, and healthcare sectors. The ideal candidate has proven experience in construction, particularly with offsite techniques, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of health & safety regulations. The company offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car or allowance

Life Insurance

Pension

Healthcare

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager in construction, particularly in offsite or modular environments.
• Strong site leadership experience and knowledge of health & safety legislation.
• Ability to read technical drawings and coordinate installation sequences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage daily on-site construction activities.
• Coordinate with project management and subcontractor teams.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and report progress.

Skills

On-site health & safety legislation

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

People management

Education

CSCS or SMSTS certification

Job description

Site Manager - Timber / Sips

Location: Yorkshire Region Site Coverage

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

A leading offsite construction specialist delivering high-performance, low-carbon modular and panelised buildings is seeking a Site Manager. You will be working across education, residential, healthcare and commercial sectors, with a market‑leading approach to modern methods of construction and an in‑house manufacturing facility, simplifying the construction process and accelerating delivery through effective planning and controlled installation.

The Role

• Oversee and manage daily on‑site construction activities, ensuring efficient installation of prefabricated structural insulated panels (SIPs) and modular components.
• Coordinate with project management, design, manufacturing and installation teams to ensure seamless build‑phase integration.
• Lead subcontractor teams, monitor progress against programme dates and resolve on‑site issues proactively.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety standards and company procedures, including risk assessments and method statements.
• Maintain high‑quality workmanship and site housekeeping, reporting progress to senior management.
• Facilitate communication between supply chain partners, clients and internal stakeholders.

About You

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within construction, ideally with experience in offsite, modular or panelised construction environments.
• Strong knowledge of on‑site health & safety legislation and site leadership experience.
• Excellent organisational, problem‑solving and people‑management skills.
• CSCS, SMSTS or equivalent certification preferred.
• Ability to read technical drawings and coordinate installation sequences effectively.

What's in it for You

• Competitive salary with performance‑based incentives.
• Car or allowance.
• Life Insurance, Pension, Healthcare.
• Opportunities to manage high‑profile and innovative construction projects across a range of sectors.
• A collaborative environment where innovation and efficiency are core values.
• Ongoing professional development and training.

If you're a proactive, hands‑on Site Manager passionate about modern construction techniques and delivering high‑quality builds, we'd love to hear from you.