Senior Site Manager
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About the Role
Senior Site Manager
Up to £75k plus package
Newport
We are working with one of the UK's leading privately-owned Construction and Interiors companies to recruit a Senior Site Manager to join their team in Newport. Our client is recognised as one of the UK's top employers, with over 170 years of history delivering sustainable, community-focused projects across the public and private sectors. They are known for innovation and creating places that leave a lasting positive impact.
This role, is an exciting opportunity to help deliver high-quality construction projects that make a lasting impact across South Wales. Initially based on a major project in Newport, you'll go on to support exciting developments across the region within sectors including Healthcare and Defence.
The Role
Reporting to the Construction Manager, you'll take the lead on-site, managing projects from build through to handover - ensuring delivery is safe, on time, within budget and defect-free.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading site teams and managing day-to-day construction operations
- Driving high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental performance
- Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers and consultants to maintain programme delivery
- Building strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and local communities
- Managing project programmes, budgets and on-site logistics efficiently
- Supporting sustainability goals and Considerate Constructor principles
- Ensuring smooth project handover and managing defects through completion
What We're Looking For
We're looking for an experienced construction professional with a strong track record of delivering successful projects as part of a wider team. Experience within Healthcare or Defence projects would be highly beneficial.
You'll ideally have:
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Experience managing construction programmes including experience of ASTA, drawings and technical specifications
- Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain partners
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach
- HNC/NVQ Level 4 (or equivalent)
- SMSTS, First Aid at Work and appropriate CSCS certification
You will be joining an Award-winning employer and sustainability leader, with an inclusive, people-focused culture, with clear career progression opportunities available. For your chance to work on major public sector frameworks and landmark projects, please apply online now.
