Site Manager

Thorn Baker Construction; Little Driffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Benefits package

Job summary

Thorn Baker Construction seeks an experienced Site Manager to lead modular construction projects nationwide, ensuring safe delivery, programme adherence and quality. You will oversee on-site operations, coordinate subcontractors, and liaise with clients and stakeholders.

The role requires a proven track record in MMC or traditional builds, strong leadership, and a firm focus on health and safety. A long-term career with competitive salary and benefits is on offer.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager in construction.
• Experience delivering modular, off-site MMC or traditional build projects.
• Excellent knowledge of construction processes and site health & safety.
• Strong leadership and subcontractor management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet project deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Commercial awareness and problem-solving capability.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations and project delivery.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and trades.
• Ensure works meet programme and project objectives.
• Maintain health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and stakeholders.
• Oversee quality control and meet project specifications.
• Manage modular installation, fit-out and commissioning activities.
• Monitor progress and prepare site reports.
• Support handover and defect management processes.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Health & safety

Project delivery

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management

Job description

Thorn Baker is looking to hire an experienced Site Manager to oversee the safe and successful delivery of modular construction projects across a range of sectors including education, healthcare, commercial, infrastructure, defence and residential. These projects are delivered using modern methods of construction (MMC), providing high-quality, sustainable building solutions nationwide.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all on-site activities from mobilisation through to project completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations and project delivery.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and specialist trades.
• Ensure works are completed in line with programme and project objectives.
• Maintain the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and key stakeholders.
• Oversee quality control and ensure all works meet project specifications.
• Manage modular installation, fit-out and commissioning activities.
• Monitor project progress and prepare regular site reports.Support project handover and defect management processes.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within the construction industry.
• Experience delivering modular, off-site, MMC or traditional build projects.
• Excellent knowledge of construction processes and site health & safety.
• Strong leadership and subcontractor management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and meet project deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Commercial awareness and problem-solving capability.

Qualifications

• SMSTS
• CSCS Black or Gold Card
• First Aid at Work
• Full UK Driving Licence
• NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management (desirable)
• Temporary Works Coordinator (advantageous)

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to deliver innovative construction projects across a diverse range of sectors.
• Long-term pipeline of work throughout the UK.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing business.
• Competitive salary, car allowance and benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.