Site Manager: Lead Safe, On-Time Construction Projects

Stewart Construction; Galway; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stewart Construction, a long-established Irish contractor, is seeking a proactive Site Manager to lead day-to-day site operations on prestigious commercial, industrial, and educational projects across Ireland. You will manage site teams, coordinate subcontractors, ensure safety, quality and programme, and work within a BIM-enabled environment to deliver projects from mobilisation to handover.

This role offers an opportunity to grow with a supportive team and contribute to high standards of

Qualifications

• 5+ years solid site experience within the construction and building industry.
• 3rd level qualification or trade background with relevant experience.
• Proven track record of working to strict timescales, with strong attention to detail
• Thorough knowledge of building practices
• Valid Safepass and Manual Handling certification desirable

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards.
• Lead site teams and subcontractors to ensure project objectives, milestones, and productivity targets are achieved.
• Ensure works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project requirements.
• Monitor site progress and implement corrective actions where necessary to maintain programme commitments.
• Coordinate site activities to ensure efficient sequencing of works and effective utilisation of labour, plant, and materials.
• Support the successful delivery of projects from mobilisation through to completion, commissioning, and handover.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of short-term and long-term construction programmes.
• Monitor daily and weekly progress against programme targets and report any risks or delays to the Project Manager.
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, plant, materials, and site logistics to support efficient project delivery.
• Ensure materials, equipment, and resources are available when required to maintain productivity and programme objectives.
• Support procurement activities through timely identification and requisition of site requirements.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors and direct labour on site, ensuring works are carried out safely and in accordance with project requirements.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, productivity, quality, and compliance with programme requirements.
• Chair and participate in daily briefings, coordination meetings, and subcontractor progress meetings.
• Maintain effective communication with Project Managers, Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, utility providers, and local authorities as required to support project delivery.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with project specifications, drawings, company procedures, and industry standards.
• Promote a culture of quality and right-first-time delivery across all site activities.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, snagging, and quality assurance activities in conjunction with the engineering team.
• Ensure quality records, inspection reports, and project documentation are completed and maintained.
• Monitor and close out defects, non-conformances, and quality-related issues in a timely manner.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Site Engineers, and design teams to ensure technical information is available and communicated effectively.
• Support the resolution of site-based technical, design, and buildability issues.
• Ensure engineering controls, setting out information, and dimensional checks are implemented and maintained.
• Monitor compliance with approved temporary works procedures and construction methodologies.
• Ensure all site activities comply with statutory requirements, project specifications, and relevant industry regulations.
• Maintain accurate site records including daily diaries, labour returns, progress reports, inspections, and site activities.
• Monitor and report progress, risks, delays, and key project issues to the Project Manager.
• Support the identification, recording, and management of variations, changes, and site instructions in conjunction with the commercial team.
• Ensure project documentation is maintained in accordance with company procedures and contractual requirements.
• Contribute to project reporting, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to Site Engineers, Supervisors, Forepersons, and site operatives.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and high standards of performance across the site team.
• Assist in developing the skills and capabilities of junior team members through coaching and mentoring.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement throughout the project.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and company policies.

Skills

Site management

Team leadership

Coordination

Health & safety

Project coordination

Education

Third-level qualification

Tools

BIM

Job description

Stewart Construction, a long-established Irish contractor, is seeking a proactive Site Manager to lead day-to-day site operations on prestigious commercial, industrial, and educational projects across Ireland. You will manage site teams, coordinate subcontractors, ensure safety, quality and programme, and work within a BIM-enabled environment to deliver projects from mobilisation to handover.

This role offers an opportunity to grow with a supportive team and contribute to high standards of