Site Manager (Leicester)

Thorn Baker Construction; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Career progression opportunities

Permanent role

Job summary

Thorn Baker Construction in Leicester is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee day-to-day site operations, ensuring safety, quality and timely delivery across education, healthcare, commercial and public sector projects.

You will lead subcontractors, coordinate logistics, maintain records and report to senior management. SMSTS/CSCS/First Aid qualifications preferred. Competitive salary with benefits for a stable contractor.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Manager with a UK main contractor.
• Delivered new build and refurbishment projects.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site activities from start through to completion.
• Lead subcontractors and site teams to achieve programme targets.
• Ensure the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Monitor quality throughout the project to achieve a defect-free handover.
• Produce and manage short-term programmes.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and the wider project team.
• Coordinate site logistics, materials and labour.
• Maintain accurate site records and provide progress updates to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Health & safety

Communication

SMSTS/CSCS/First Aid qualifications

Job description

Site Manager

Location: Leicester

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 + Benefits

Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time

A well-established and respected regional main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to join its growing North West team.

Working across a range of new build and refurbishment projects within sectors such as education, healthcare, commercial and public sector, you'll play a key role in delivering projects safely, on time and to the highest quality standards.

The Role

As Site Manager, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day management of construction sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and within programme.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all on-site activities from start through to completion.
• Lead subcontractors and site teams to achieve programme targets.
• Ensure the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Monitor quality throughout the project to achieve a defect-free handover.
• Produce and manage short-term programmes.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and the wider project team.
• Coordinate site logistics, materials and labour.
• Maintain accurate site records and provide progress updates to senior management.

About You

You’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Site Manager with a UK main contractor.
• Experience delivering new build and refurbishment projects.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A sound understanding of current Health & Safety legislation.
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications.
• A proactive attitude and commitment to delivering projects to a high standard.

What's on Offer

• £50,000 - £55,000 salary.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Permanent opportunity with a stable and growing contractor.
• Diverse projects across the Manchester and North West region.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development.