Senior Site Manager

Lead Site Manager – Main Contractor
Taunton|Devon/Somerset borders £55,000 – £65,000 DOE + Car Allowance + Benefits

JHR Recruitment is working with a well-established, privately owned main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the South West. Due to continued growth and a secured pipeline of work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Lead Site Manager to take responsibility for a key project in Taunton.

The Project

You will lead the delivery of a £5m design & build scheme, commercial steel frame scheme. This is a technically focused project requiring strong coordination, programme management, and attention to detail to ensure minimal disruption and high-quality execution.

The Role

As Lead Site Manager, you will take full site responsibility, reporting to a visiting contracts manager and overseeing all site operations from start to completion.

Key responsibilities include:

* Managing day-to-day site activities and subcontractors

* Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification

* Coordinating trades and managing site logistics on a live environment

* Driving quality standards and ensuring compliance with design requirements

* Monitoring progress and reporting to senior management

* Maintaining strong client relationships on site

* Ensuring all H&S procedures and company policies are adhered to

About You

* Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager / Lead Site Manager with a main contractor

* Experience delivering commercial or public sector new build projects

* Strong knowledge of design & build projects

* SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualified

* Excellent organisational and communication skills

* Ability to lead teams and drive programme on site

What’s on Offer

* Salary: £55,000 – £65,000

* Car allowance

* Company benefits package

* Opportunity to work with a stable, privately owned contractor

* Strong pipeline of secured regional work

This is a great opportunity to join a business known for its quality delivery and supportive culture, with real opportunity for progression.

To apply or find out more, please contact:
Martin Randall – JHR Recruitment
(phone number removed)