Site Manager

Bennett And Game Recruitment; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday + bank holidays

5% employer pension

Quarterly discretionary bonus

Job summary

Bennett And Game Recruitment is seeking a Site Manager for a major drylining package in Yeovil, Somerset. You will oversee a £2 million works scope, manage subcontractors, coordinate materials and ensure works are delivered safely, on time and to high standards.

You should have strong drylining experience, SMSTS, CSCS Black Card and First Aid, plus an NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management or equivalent. The role offers a permanent or contract path with clear opportunities across the South West.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management or equivalent.
• SMSTS, CSCS Black Card and First Aid certification.
• Strong drylining experience and understanding of systems.
• Experience managing large-scale construction projects.
• Strong health & safety knowledge and site reporting.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations on a £2 million drylining package.
• Coordinate labour, materials, plant and subcontractors to meet programme targets.
• Monitor quality, health & safety, and compliance across drylining works.
• Maintain site documentation: progress reports, RFIs, variations, and site diaries.
• Liaise closely with the Principal Contractor, consultants and wider project team.
• Produce short-term programmes and monitor progress against milestones.
• Support and mentor site teams while maintaining strong working relationships on site.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Project management

Team supervision

Education

NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Position: Site Manager. Location: Yeovil, Somerset, United Kingdom. Salary: Up to £55,000 (dependent on experience). Day Rate: Up to £250 per day. Working Arrangement: Site based. Employment Type: Permanent or Contract.

A Site Manager is required for a leading drylining contractor to oversee a £2 million drylining package on a major project based in Yeovil. The project forms part of a strong pipeline of work across the South West, offering excellent longer-term opportunities within the business. With a turnover of approximately £65 million and around 150 members of staff, the company operates from multiple offices across the UK.

This role would suit an experienced Site Manager with a strong background in drylining, capable of managing site operations, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to a high standard.

Site Manager Job Overview

• Manage day-to-day site operations on a £2 million drylining package.
• Coordinate labour, materials, plant, and subcontractors to ensure programme targets are achieved.
• Monitor quality, health & safety, and compliance across all drylining works.
• Maintain site documentation including progress reports, RFIs, variations, and site diaries.
• Liaise closely with the Principal Contractor, consultants, and wider project team.
• Produce short-term programmes and monitor progress against project milestones.
• Support and mentor site teams while maintaining strong working relationships on site.

Site Manager Job Requirements

• NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management or equivalent.
• SMSTS, CSCS Black Card, and First Aid certification.
• Strong drylining experience with excellent technical understanding of systems and specifications.
• Previous experience managing large-scale construction projects.
• Good understanding of health & safety procedures and site reporting systems.
• Strong communication, organisation, and leadership skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office and project management software.

Site Manager Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience.
• Contract option available at up to £250 per day.
• Quarterly discretionary bonus scheme for permanent employees, discussed at interview stage.
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• Strong pipeline of further work across the South West.
• Career development opportunities within a dynamic and growing company.