Senior Site Manager

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Leixlip; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

26 days annual leave

Pension and benefits

Unlimited learning opportunities

Job summary

John Sisk & Son Ltd is seeking a Senior Site Manager for a large-scale project in Kildare. You will lead on-site teams, drive safety, quality and delivery to programme, and mentor Site Managers and supervisors.

You will oversee subcontractors, manage site records, and collaborate with commercial teams to achieve cost-effective delivery while promoting continuous improvement across health, safety, environment and quality disciplines.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale construction sites.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations safely and to programme.
• Lead Site Managers, Site Agents and supervisors to achieve objectives.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.
• Monitor progress against the project programme and milestones.
• Coordinate site setup and ensure facilities are prepared for launch.
• Manage sub-contractor relationships and resolve issues impacting programme, cost, safety or quality.
• Maintain site records including Temporary Works Registers and HSEQS logs.
• Lead site meetings and communicate priorities and safety expectations.
• Escalate risks to Senior Site Agent or Senior Operations Manager.
• Support commercial and project management teams to achieve cost-effective delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, productivity, quality and efficiency.
• Mentor and develop Site Managers and supervisory staff.

Skills

Leadership & people management

Communication

Programme management

HSEQ/Quality management

Education

Trade or technical background

Degree in construction or engineering

Tools

BIM strategy

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Site Manager to Join our team in Kildare.

The Senior Site Manager is responsible for the operational management of a large-scale or complex construction project under the guidance of the Senior Site Agent. Leads the on-site team to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality delivery. Provides direct supervision and mentoring to Site Managers, Site Agents and supervisory staff while ensuring alignment with project programme, commercial objectives and company standards.

At John Sisk & Son, we’re more than a construction company, we’re a family-owned business with a global reach, committed to building excellence in every project. We deliver trust, certainty and value to our clients while embracing innovation and shaping the future of construction.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the site to ensure work is carried out safely, efficiently and to programme
• Lead Site Managers, Site Agents, General Site Supervisors and other supervisory staff to achieve project objectives
• Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality procedures and actively promote a zero-incident culture
• Monitor progress against the project programme, ensuring weekly targets and milestones are achieved
• Coordinate site setup and ensure facilities are prepared prior to project launch
• Manage sub-contractor relationships and work collaboratively to resolve issues impacting programme, cost, safety or quality
• Maintain and review site records including Temporary Works Registers, daily diaries, quality documentation and HSEQS logs
• Lead site meetings, briefings and whiteboard sessions to communicate priorities, objectives and safety expectations
• Escalate risks or challenges to Senior Site Agent or Senior Operations Manager for mitigation
• Support the commercial and project management teams in understanding site requirements and achieving cost-effective delivery
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance safety, productivity, quality and efficiency
• Mentor and develop Site Managers and supervisory staff, supporting professional development and succession planning

Experience

• Extensive experience managing medium to large-scale construction projects
• Strong leadership and people management skills, capable of supervising multi-level site teams
• Knowledge of industrial relations and subcontractor management
• Ability to prioritise, make decisions under pressure and resolve operational challenges on site
• Comprehensive understanding of construction methods, trade requirements and codes of practice
• Proven experience in programme management and project delivery within budget and schedule
• Excellent communication skills, capable of influencing and building consensus among stakeholders
• Strong awareness of health, safety, environmental and quality management practices

Required

Qualifications

• Trade or technical background with substantial site management experience
• IOSH or equivalent health and safety management training
• Temporary works and excavation safety training
• Working at heights and scaffolding training
• Lifting and cranage operations training
• Additional HSEQS training as required by site HSE plan
• Understanding of BIM strategy and new construction technology

Desirable

• Completion of Sisk internal management programme
• Project management qualification or course
• Relevant degree in construction or engineering

Additional Information

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave plus additional company days
• Pension and benefits
• Unlimited learning and development opportunities
• Much more

Our People and Recruitment Commitment

At Sisk Group our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits and be part of a great team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted and no introductory fees will apply.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.

We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates applying. You do not need to meet every criterion – your skills and potential matter. Don’t hold back we want to hear from you.

All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland