Site Manager – Residential Development
Location: Arklow, Co. Wicklow
Salary: €70,000–€75,000 DOE + Company Vehicle & Benefits
The Opportunity
An established Irish main contractor is seeking an experienced Site Manager to join its team for a 75-unit residential development in Arklow, Co. Wicklow.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and experienced Site Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of a substantial housing development, ensuring the project is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest standards of quality.
Key Responsibilities
- Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of site operations.
- Ensure the residential development is delivered in accordance with agreed programmes, budgets and quality standards.
- Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, direct labour and site personnel.
- Monitor construction progress and ensure project milestones and deadlines are achieved.
- Maintain a strong focus on health and safety, ensuring all site activities comply with relevant legislation and company procedures.
- Coordinate with the Contracts Manager, design teams, engineers and other project stakeholders.
- Manage material procurement, deliveries and site resources to ensure efficient project delivery.
- Identify and resolve any technical or construction-related issues arising on site.
- Maintain accurate site records, progress reports and relevant project documentation.
- Oversee snagging, quality control and handover processes through to project completion.
Requirements
- Relevant third-level qualification in Construction Management, Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Site Management position within the construction industry.
- Previous experience delivering residential developments, ideally housing schemes.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, building regulations and health and safety requirements.
- Proven ability to manage subcontractors, site teams and multiple workstreams.
- Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage programmes and drive projects through to successful completion.
The Package
- Salary of €70,000–€75,000 depending on experience.
- Company vehicle.
- Additional benefits package.
- Opportunity to join an established and reputable Irish main contractor.
- Opportunity to take ownership of a substantial residential development.