Site Manager

Tilbury Douglas; Truro; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction firm is seeking a Site Engineer to oversee technical project viability and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. You will manage relationships with customers, implement company policies, and develop junior staff. A degree in a relevant construction field and experience in a similar role are essential, along with strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills. The role offers competitive benefits and is based in Truro, UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car Allowance

26 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Life Assurance

Defined contribution pension scheme

Flexible working opportunities

Professional membership fees

Qualifications

• Main contractor construction experience is essential.
• Experience as a Site Engineer working for a main contractor is required.
• Understanding of different contracts like NEC and JCT is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain effective relationships with customers and representatives.
• Implement company strategies and policies for quality and safety.
• Ensure project compliance with contract specifications.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in a relevant construction subject

Safety Level 1 course

Tools

CSCS Card

Job description

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will have overall responsibility for the technical viability of the project works, (or part of the project works). Participate in the health and safety, quality, environmental and commercial management of the project.

Project

The project is a secure project based in Newquay. You will need to be able to obtain full SC clearance.

What you will be doing

• Maintaining excellent and effective working relationships with the customer and their representatives/advisors;
• Implementing Tilbury Douglas Construction's Strategy and Policies for Sustainability, Health and Safety, Quality, Environmental, Training and Development etc. and acting as an exemplar of the Company culture and values;
• Implementing the Companies Business Management System;
• Being proactive in the identification and resolution of problems;
• Supporting initiatives to deliver ongoing continuous improvement;
• Line management responsibilities, including the undertaking of annual appraisal and development for junior members of staff;
• Ensuring that the project works comply with the requirements of the contract specification and drawings etc. and maintaining appropriate records etc to confirm such compliance;
• Any other duties relevant to the role.

What we will need from you

• Appropriate technical knowledge and main contractor construction experience;
• Degree (or similar equivalent) in a relevant construction subject (essential);
• Safety Level 1 course;
• Appropriate CSCS Card;
• Comprehensive experience as a Site Engineer working for a main contractor (essential);
• Experience as a Graduate or Trainee Site Engineer
• Technical knowledge experience;
• Commercial and financial awareness;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Understanding of different contracts e.g. NEC, JCT.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary
• Car Allowance
• 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
• 3 additional long service days achieved after 3, 7 and 10 years
• Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover)
• Life Assurance
• Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave
• 2 days volunteering opportunities
• Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional membership fees
• Perks at Work Employee discount scheme offering discounts on a range of categories such as electronics, home appliances, food & groceries, car buying, travel, fitness and more
• Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as:
• Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner)
• Dental Insurance
• Travel insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions.

Who we are

Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company. We deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment.

It is our people who make Tilbury Douglas a success. We believe our inclusive culture encourages new ways of thinking, enabling us to innovate whilst remaining resilient. We value and celebrate all individual differences and look forward to receiving your application. We have now achieved our Investors in Diversity status.

Please note we do not have a sponsorship licence.

Please note that this role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance which includes identity, employment history, and criminal record checks.

We look forward to receiving your application!