Site Manager

AGM Construction Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic construction recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Site Manager to oversee on-site staff and contractors in York. This full-time position involves managing project delivery, ensuring quality and safety standards, and requires strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive salary package includes benefits like a company car or cash allowance and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Company car or cash allowance

Pension scheme

Profit-related bonuses

Employee share scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Solid background in site management within housing, commercial, or industrial sectors.
• Proven ability to plan and manage all phases of construction operations.
• Formal qualifications in construction are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Directing and supervising on-site employees and contractors.
• Organizing and scheduling site activities.
• Ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

Skills

Site management experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Construction methods knowledge

Team coordination

Education

HNC, HND, or Degree in Construction

Tools

Black CSCS Manager card

Asbestos awareness training

First Aid certification

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Manager to join our client’s dynamic team in York. The successful applicant will take a lead role in managing both on-site staff and external contractors, ensuring project delivery on time, within budget, and up to the company’s high standards.

Key Duties:

• Directing and supervising on-site employees and contractors.
• Organizing and scheduling site activities, including workforce coordination.
• Collaborating with the Contracts/Project Manager to align project milestones with timelines and budget controls.
• Identifying and resolving issues efficiently, implementing necessary corrective actions.
• Providing consistent project reports and leading progress meetings with subcontractors.
• Ensuring strict compliance with quality and safety standards, working closely with the Health, Safety, and Environmental team.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Solid background in site management, ideally within housing, commercial, or industrial sectors.
• Strong ability to plan and manage all phases of construction operations, including creating detailed project timelines.
• Deep understanding of construction methods, combined with a strong commercial focus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team coordination skills, with a professional approach to managing contractors, clients, and stakeholders.
• Formal qualifications in construction (HNC, HND, or Degree) are advantageous.
• Preferred certifications: SMSTS, First Aid, Black CSCS Manager card, asbestos awareness, working at height, scaffold inspection.
• Valid driving licence is essential.

Position Details: This is a full-time permanent position (45 hours per week with some flexibility required). The role offers a competitive salary package, including a company car or cash allowance, pension scheme, profit-related bonuses, an employee share scheme, and opportunities for career development and training.