Site Manager - Construction Team (Construction)

VanRath; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing construction company in Belfast is seeking a Site Manager to oversee various construction projects. The role requires a hands-on approach with strong leadership and management skills to ensure timely project delivery. Ideal candidates have experience in managing groundworks and new-build projects while adhering to health and safety standards. A competitive salary of £50,000 per annum plus benefits is offered.

Benefits

Company benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience managing groundworks, civils and new-build construction projects.
• Proven ability to work to tight programmes and deliver projects on time.
• Willing to travel to projects throughout Northern Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate construction activities across NI.
• Manage daily site operations of groundworks and new-build projects.
• Ensure compliance with H&S procedures and site requirements.

Skills

Hands-on background within construction

Strong leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to manage live environments

Job description

Site Manager - Construction Team (Construction)

CLIENT

An exciting opportunity for a Site Manager to join a growing Construction Team, based in Belfast. The company delivers high-quality construction projects across Northern Ireland and has built a strong reputation for delivering groundworks, civils, and new‑build schemes to exceptional standards. Projects include high-end new‑build properties as well as live operational retail environments such as Maxol/Spar extensions and new‑builds, requiring a hands‑on and proactive management approach.

The Ideal Person

• Hands‑on background within construction – ideally from a trade discipline.
• Experience managing groundworks, civils and new‑build construction projects (not fit‑out).
• Confident managing live environments with strict health & safety and public interface considerations.
• Proven ability to work to tight programmes and deliver projects on time.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Willing to travel to projects throughout Northern Ireland.

Responsibilities

As a Site Manager you will be responsible for leading and coordinating a variety of construction activities across NI, including:

• Daily site management of groundworks, civils and new‑build projects.
• Proactive supervision of trades and subcontractors, maintaining high workmanship standards.
• Managing workflow, scheduling, and programme delivery in fast‑paced, live environments.
• Ensuring all H&S procedures, RAMS, and site compliance requirements are met.
• Liaising with clients, project managers, design teams, and retail partners to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Maintaining productivity, quality control, and site efficiency from start to completion.

Remuneration

£50,000 per annum + company benefits package.

For further information on this vacancy, or any other Construction & Built Environment role in Belfast or wider Northern Ireland, please apply via the link below or contact us in the strictest confidence.