Site Manager (12 months fixed-term)

Talosats Careers; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Great benefits

Job summary

McLaughlin and Harvey is seeking a Site Manager to lead on-site delivery of high-value UK projects in Reading. You will manage safety, quality, and coordination with architects, engineers, and clients to meet programme and budget.

The role offers career growth, a collaborative culture, and a competitive package with benefits. You will oversee permits, subcontractors, and on-site planning.

Qualifications

• CSCS/CSR card required.
• SMSTS qualification required or equivalent.
• First Aid at Work certification required.
• Professional qualification in construction management or related field.
• Security clearance already obtained.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, on-budget, on-program delivery of medium to large scale projects.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and local government for permits and licences.
• Manage subcontractors to the project programme and safety standards.
• Oversee on-site planning, diaries, and progress reporting to the Project Manager.
• Lead coordination meetings and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Skills

CSCS/CSR card

SMSTS qualified

First Aid at Work

Professional qualification

Security Clearance

Job description

Build your Future with Us!

We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other.

As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking a Site Manager to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects.

Why join us?

• Exciting Projects – Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy
• Career Growth – Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development
• Collaborative Culture – Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence
• Competitive Package – Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits (Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.mclh.co.uk/careers/employee-benefits/ )

What you will be doing

You must be able to demonstrate a proven track record of success in safe delivery of high-quality medium to large scale projects to budget and programme.

Commercial

• Possess an understanding of the type of building contract, and the key project stakeholders e.g. client, client’s representatives, design team etc
• Liaise with the PM and PQS on works not deemed to be included within the scope of works for the project
• Possess a full understanding of the scope of works for each sub-contractor package, and access to all documentation for subcontract orders

Operational

• Issue permits for various work activities, and close out accordingly
• Possess the ability to undertake material/equipment orders, and liaise with the project Quantity Surveyor
• Provisions/diversion/upgrade/protection works, and have the ability to manage the process via meetings/dialogue etc. with all Supply chain Partners and Stakeholders
• Request any necessary applications for permits to the Highways Authority for road openings, location of skips and/or welfare facilities.
• Make any necessary applications to utility companies for temporary building water, drainage discharge and electricity connections to welfare facilities
• Possess an understanding of off-site Highways works and be able to manage the process via meetings/dialogue etc. with relevant parties.
• Planning, scheduling and coordinating the project timeline and design, reporting progress and budget matters to the Project manager
• Manage the construction process, supervising all activity on-site, producing diaries and noting any delays
• Collaborate with specialists such as architects, engineers and local government officials for permits and licences, contractors and clients
• Comply with legal requirements, safety and building codes and keeping daily logs and diaries
• Order equipment and materials, managing their use and managing the personnel involved
• Hire and instruct site labour and sub-contractors
• Conduct coordination meetings and producing short term programmes and monitoring the implementation

Quality

• Raise NCR’s for works undertaken that are of poor quality
• Ensure that sub-contractors compile and issue inspection and test plans (ITP’s) for various works packages, and that these are checked and closed out accordingly
• Compile snagging lists and manage the process for closing out

Health & Safety

• Understand their duties and responsibilities with regards to current Health and Safety/CDM legislation, and the responsibilities of other parties, and ensure compliance on each project
• Undertake the role of temporary works coordinator (where applicable)
• Ensure labour only sub-contractors have been properly assessed for the tasks they are undertaken and that method statements and risk assessments are in place for them
• Enforcing safety procedures, minimising risk, ensuring the appropriate use of PPE

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications

• CSCS/CSR card
• SMSTS qualified

• First Aid at Work
• Professional qualification
• Security Clearance already obtained.

Experience

The Site Manager will possess relevant prior construction experience in one or more of the following;

• Commercial, retail, healthcare, education, refurbishment and/or new build
• Proven ability to manage and control subcontractors in line with the project programme, safety and environmental legislation
• Experience of temporary works procedures
• Ability to operate within a team environment
• Ability to produce short term programmes Quality focused Leadership skills IT skills

McLaughlin and Harvey is an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work.