Site Manager (New Build)

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Site Manager to oversee ground-up new build projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing full build programmes, excellent problem-solving skills, and be comfortable with evolving site conditions. This role involves leading subcontractors, ensuring health and safety compliance, and maintaining project quality and budget. A pro-active approach and strong communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Benefits

Bupa Private Healthcare

28 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Standard Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong background in new build construction.
• Experience managing full build programmes.
• Comfortable managing projects with incomplete design information.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full site delivery of ground-up new build projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, site logistics, and daily operations.
• Maintain quality control and enforce site health & safety protocols.

Skills

Problem-solver

Team player

Strong communicator

Proactive

Accountable

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Site Manager

Location: Nationwide

Salary: £55,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance

Benefits: Bupa Private Healthcare; 28 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays; Standard Pension Scheme

About the Client

The client is a UK-wide construction and fit-out specialist delivering high-quality new build, refurbishment and roll-out programmes across the commercial and retail sectors. They are expanding their new build delivery team to support a series of fast-paced, design-and-build projects.

Project Overview

• Type: New Build
• Typical Value: £2.5 million per project
• Scope: Groundworks, structure, full build, fit-out, handover
• Delivery: Fast-paced, design & build environments with live client input

Role Overview

As Site Manager, you will lead the day-to-day running of new build sites from initial groundwork through to completion and handover. You\'ll manage subcontractors, uphold health & safety standards, and ensure the build is delivered to programme, quality, and budget - often in an environment where drawings and specifications may evolve during delivery.

This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who can take ownership, solve problems on the ground, and build strong working relationships with both internal teams and client-side stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full site delivery of ground-up new build projects
• Coordinate subcontractors, site logistics, and daily operations
• Maintain quality control and enforce site health & safety protocols
• Communicate regularly with commercial, technical, and client teams
• Monitor progress against programme, highlighting risks and resolving issues proactively
• Ensure accurate daily site records, reports, and project documentation

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience & Background: Strong background in new build construction, ideally D&B projects in the £2m-£3m range

• Experience managing full build programmes (groundworks to final handover)
• Trade background beneficial but not essential
• Comfortable managing projects where design information may be incomplete or change during delivery

Soft Skills:

• Highly proactive and accountable; drives progress
• Problem-solver with strong decision-making ability on site
• Team player who supports others and takes initiative when plans shift
• Strong communicator - confident dealing with subcontractors, internal teams, and clients
• Resilient and calm under pressure, especially on tight or fixed programmes

Technical Skills:

• Competent using Microsoft Office (email, reports, programmes)
• Up-to-date H&S knowledge, including SMSTS and First Aid certifications

How to Apply

Please submit your CV highlighting relevant new build delivery experience, particularly around £2.5m fast-track projects. We are especially interested in candidates who can lead from the front, manage evolving site conditions, and take full accountability for project success.