Site Manager - High End Residential

Hard Hat Recruitment; Norton-on-Derwent; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency seeks an experienced Site Manager for high-end residential projects in Norton-on-Derwent. You will manage site operations, ensuring quality and safety standards while delivering projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills and a commitment to client satisfaction, with certifications in SMSTS and First Aid. Competitive salary and opportunities for career growth await you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing high-end residential projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methods and materials.
• Ability to deliver projects on time and to budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Conduct site meetings and progress reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budget Management

Technical Knowledge

Client Satisfaction

Education

SMSTS certification

First Aid at Work

Trade qualification (HNC/HND/NVQ Level 6+)

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Job Title

Site Manager - High-End Residential Construction

Overview

Experienced Site Manager required to lead delivery of luxury residential projects from groundworks to handover, ensuring exceptional quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, labour, and subcontractors.
• Deliver high-end residential projects on time, on budget, and to exacting standards.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, and design intent with precision.
• Coordinate trades, procurement, logistics, and sequencing of works.
• Maintain strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards (SMSTS, H&S plans).
• Conduct site meetings, progress reporting, and programme monitoring.
• Liaise professionally with clients, architects, designers, and consultants.
• Uphold company standards for craftsmanship, detail, and finish quality.
• Manage snagging, commissioning, and final handover processes.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing high-end residential, bespoke, or prime refurbishment projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, finishes, and materials.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and coordination skills.
• Commercial awareness – ability to manage budgets and programmes.
• Proficient in MS Project (or equivalent) and standard site reporting tools.
• Commitment to delivering excellence and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• SMSTS and First Aid at Work (essential).
• CSCS card (Black/Gold).
• Trade or construction-related qualification (HNC/HND/NVQ Level 6+ desirable).

Person Profile

• Detail-driven, organised, and proactive.
• Strong eye for quality and craftsmanship.
• Professional, calm under pressure, and confident with high-net-worth clients.
• Collaborative approach aligned with premium-build company values.