Site Manager (Kent)

LNT Construction; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Extra annual leave

Accommodation provided

Job summary

LNT Construction Limited, part of the LNT Care Developments Group, is seeking an experienced Site Manager to deliver care home projects across Kent from groundworks to handover. You will coordinate subcontractors and internal teams, manage programmes and budgets, and ensure compliance with Building Regulations, fire safety and HSE policies.

The role requires proven care‑home project experience, knowledge of traditional build methods, CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid at Work, plus a full UK driving

Qualifications

• Proven Site Manager experience on care home developments.
• Strong knowledge of traditional build construction methods.
• Level 6/7 Construction Management qualification or equivalent.
• Black CSCS Card and current SMSTS certification.
• First Aid at Work certification and full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams to deliver compliant, high‑quality builds
• Maintain adherence to project specifications, programmes, and budgets
• Ensure works align with Building Regulations, fire safety and care‑sector standards
• Enforce Health & Safety policies on site at all times
• Drive quality assurance to achieve CQC‑compliant environments and smooth handover
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to ensure project delivery

Skills

Site management

Care home construction

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Education

Level 6 Construction Management

Level 7 Construction Management

CSCS Black Card

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Tools

N/A

Job description

LNT Care Developments is the UK’s leading specialist developer and contractor of purpose-built residential care homes. With over 30 years’ experience and a fully vertically integrated delivery model, we are recognised for setting industry standards in care-led design, build quality, and regulatory compliance.

LNT Construction Limited, part of the LNT Care Developments Group, is seeking an experienced Site Manager with proven care home construction experience to deliver high‑quality projects across Kent.

Role Overview:

This role is ideally suited to a Site Manager with a strong background in new‑build care homes or similar healthcare/residential specialist environments. You will oversee the full on‑site delivery of projects from groundworks through to handover, ensuring compliance with all technical, regulatory, and quality standards associated with care sector developments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams to deliver compliant, high‑quality builds
• Maintain strict adherence to project specifications, programmes, and budgets
• Ensure all works align with relevant Building Regulations, fire safety requirements, and care‑sector standards
• Enforce HSE regulations and company Health & Safety policies at all times
• Drive quality assurance processes to achieve high‑end finishes suitable for CQC‑compliant environments
• Liaise professionally with clients and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery and handover

Essential Experience & Qualifications:

• Applicants must demonstrate:
• Proven Site Manager experience on care home developments
• Strong knowledge of traditional build construction methods
• Level 6 or Level 7 qualification in Construction Management
• Black CSCS Card
• SMSTS – current certification
• First Aid at Work – current certification
• Full, clean UK driving licence and own transport
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with subcontractors and clients

What We Offer:

• We pride ourselves on offering a supportive, professional environment and a strong package of benefits, including:
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Accommodation provided when working away

“At LNT we build great places to live, work and visit. We build homes that are loved by residents, families and the people who care for them.”