Construction Site Manager

ESPERTI™; Dublin; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ESPERTI™ is seeking a Construction Site Manager to oversee day-to-day on-site activities across UK and EU projects. The role requires coordinating site operations, supervising subcontractors and staff, and ensuring work is delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

The ideal candidate will have SMSTS and NVQ Level 6-7 in Construction Site Management, strong leadership, financial awareness, and proficient use of MS Office and construction management software.

Qualifications

• Strong site management skills with proven project delivery experience.
• SMSTS certification is preferred and NVQ Level 6-7 in Construction Site Management.
• Financial control awareness to manage expenditures and support commercial objectives.
• Solid knowledge of building regulations, H&S standards, and QA processes.
• Demonstrated leadership and stakeholder management with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities on-site, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate site operations, subcontractors, and site personnel to maintain progress.
• Plan and schedule works, manage resources, monitor progress, and address issues proactively.
• Maintain accurate site documentation and report project status to senior management.
• Promote a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and quality assurance.
• Liaise with design teams, suppliers, and client representatives to align objectives.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

MS Office proficiency

Education

NVQ Level 6-7 in Construction Site Management

Tools

MS Office

Construction management software

Job description

Company Description ESPERTI™ is a multi-disciplinary principal contractor with over 50 years of combined construction experience, delivering complex projects across retail, hospitality, and leisure sectors in Ireland and the United Kingdom. Headquartered in Dublin and operating internationally, the company is known for its integrity, accountability, and precise project delivery. ESPERTI™ focuses on creating lasting value for clients through expertise, collaboration, and innovative solutions at every stage of the project lifecycle. The team consists of highly skilled construction and commercial professionals who continually challenge convention and drive performance, efficiency, and quality. Joining ESPERTI™ means contributing to projects that set new benchmarks and help build what comes next.

Role Description The Construction Site Manager is a full-time, on-site roles located across the UK and EU, responsible for overseeing day-to-day construction activities and ensuring that projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. This role involves coordinating site operations, supervising subcontractors and site personnel, and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance with all relevant regulations. The Construction Site Manager will plan and schedule works, manage resources, monitor progress, and proactively address issues to minimize disruptions and risks. The role includes maintaining accurate site documentation, reporting on project status to senior management and promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will liaise closely with design teams, suppliers, and client representatives to ensure clear communication and alignment with project objectives.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong site management skills, and ideally SMSTS, NVQ level 6-7Construction Site Management, with proven experience managing complex projects.
• Candidates should have financial control awareness , to manage project expenditures and support commercial objectives.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, building regulations, health and safety standards, and quality assurance processes.
• Demonstrated leadership, team coordination, and stakeholder management skills, with clear and professional communication abilities.
• Proficiency in construction management software and standard MS Office tools, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Experience delivering projects in retail, hospitality, or leisure sectors is an advantage; professional certifications (e.g., safety management) are beneficial.
• The ability to monitor and manage project construction programs making sure that the project is delivered on track.

Excellent rates of pay and benefits for the right candidate and long term prospects and career progression available.