Site Manager – Construction Projects Lead

Orchard Recruitment Solutions Ltd

Preston

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Orchard Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking a Site Manager for our North West client, a regional construction contractor delivering education, healthcare, commercial and industrial projects. Permanent role with salary up to £50,000 Basic + Package, plus career progression.

You will lead site teams, manage subcontractors, uphold health and safety, quality, and environmental standards, and report progress, drawing on drawings, specs, and programmes to drive successful handover.

Qualifications

Proven experience in site management on construction projects.
Experience delivering projects from inception to completion.
Strong knowledge of health and safety requirements and best practice.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Take overall responsibility for day-to-day management of the construction site.
Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors and the supply chain.
Ensure all works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with the programme.
Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental performance.
Manage site activities per drawings, specifications and contractual requirements.
Monitor progress and resolve issues to keep the programme on track.
Coordinate labour, materials, plant and subcontractor requirements.
Collaborate with Project Manager, QS, design team and client.