Site Manager - Civils

cunninghamcontracts; Dún Laoghaire; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 31 days

Subsistence package

Accommodation provided

Life Assurance

Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing Events

Company health

Social Events

Team development days

Training & Development

Career pathways

Chartership support

State-of-the-art office facilities

Membership support

Branded clothing

Job summary

Cunningham Contracts is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead on-site teams and subcontractors at Amgen, Dun Laoghaire. You will deliver Civils projects on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will manage programmes, coordinate suppliers, and drive continuous improvement while upholding our collaborative, proactive approach.

Qualifications

• Qualification in construction management or 5+ years in construction management.
• Minimum 5 years management delivering Civils projects.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality, safe construction.
• Experience with Irish construction regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage site-based teams and subcontractors.
• Deliver projects within tender allowances and agreed programmes.
• Minimise variations and monitor subcontractor performance.
• Ensure on-time completion within budget and safety standards.
• Attend progress meetings and coordinate with suppliers and site teams.
• Lead and motivate team members and manage underperformance.

Skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Deadline oriented

Education

Construction management qualification

Job description

We are Cunningham. Founded in 2006, Cunningham is one of the UK's and Europe's leading construction companies. With extensive operations across multiple markets, we have built a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and safety, delivering successful projects through a proactive, collaborative approach.

Our expertise spans a diverse range of sectors, including Mission Critical & Life Sciences, Education, Healthcare, Fit Out, Residential, and Civils & Structural projects.

Today, Cunningham employs more than 280 professionals across offices in Ireland, Germany, and the UK. Working in partnership with our clients, we unlock the full potential of every project, transforming ambitious visions into successful outcomes while creating exciting opportunities for our people.

At Cunningham you will be given the opportunity to excel in your career. Our people set us apart, and that’s why we invest in your journey from day one. Your expertise, ambition, and commitment will be recognised and rewarded as you build a successful career with us.

We are currently seeking an experienced and talented Site Manager to join our high performing team.

Job Details

• Reporting To: Contracts Manager
• Location: Amgen, Dun Laoghaire
• Contract Type: Full-time, permanent
• Hours: Monday – Friday

Role Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management of site-based teams of company employees and subcontractors.
• Responsible for delivery of projects in line with tender allowances and agreed programmes of work, actively managing any slippage.
• Responsible for sub-contractor performance, ensuring variations are kept to an absolute minimum.
• Timely completion of multiple concurrent projects, safely and within budget.
• Attend internal and external review and progress meetings.
• Co-ordinate and liaise with suppliers, specialist sub-contractors, in-house functions, site installation & construction teams.
• Monitor legislative & programme performance of sub-contractor as per own team.
• Site based change is identified and communicated to engineering / commercial & support team within one week of occurrence.
• Programme slippage is actively managed and mitigation plans implemented accordingly to minimise impact.
• Motivate and lead team members, identifying and effectively managing underperformance in line with company procedures.
• Projects delivered ahead of agreed programmes.
• Acts as an ambassador for the company by supporting, promoting and implementing all company and Business Unit initiatives.
• Responsible for communicating and recording of all Corporate, SHEQ or Business Unit briefings.
• Induct new employees and subcontractors onsite in line with legislative requirements and company procedures.
• Work in collaboration with the SHEQ department and support any actions or recommendations from such.
• Maintain accurate records and good documentation practices, being audit ready at all times.

The Candidate

Qualifications & Experience

• Possess a relevant qualification in construction management OR have a minimum of five years’ experience working in construction management.
• A Minimum of 5 years management experience delivering Civils projects
• Proven track record of delivering projects to the highest quality with emphasis on safe and efficient construction.
• Working knowledge of the Irish construction industry, regulations and standards.
• Experience working in Mission Critical environments would be an advantage

Skills & Attributes

• Ability to work to project deadlines and KPIs.
• Excellent Communication skills
• Self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative.

Benefits

• 31 days Annual Leave
• Subsistence package
• Accommodation provided
• Life Assurance Policy
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing Events
• Company Occupational Health
• Social Events
• Team Development Days
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Bespoke career pathways
• Support for Chartership Pathways
• State-of-the-art office facilities
• Professional Membership Support
• Branded clothing

To apply for this role, please visit https://cunninghamcontracts.bamboohr.com/careers to find out more and share your CV with us today.

Cunningham Contracts Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.