Site Manager

Site Manager

Greater Manchester area

£40,000 – £45,000 + Package

About the Company

* A well-established construction contractor operating throughout the North West. They deliver both refurbishment and new-build projects for Local Authorities, Housing Associations, Schools, and Private Clients.

* Core strength: using their direct, locally employed workforce, enabling a “Right First Time” approach and maintaining high quality and accountability on site.

* Committed to community relations and building strong working relationships with stakeholders.

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Role Overview

As Site Manager, you’ll lead the planning, delivery, and finishing of projects from site setup to handover. You’ll ensure all work is completed on time, within budget, with excellent quality, and in compliance with health, safety, and other regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

* Organise, manage, and coordinate site operations, including planning, schedules, subcontractors, and workforce.

* Drive safety and compliance: oversee health & safety protocols, ensure site welfare, environmental controls, quality procedures.

* Monitor cost control, budget tracking, forecasts, risk management.

* Ensure projects stay on programme; proactively manage delays or disruptions.

* Produce regular progress reports and maintain accurate site documentation (e.g. daily logs, quality checks, inspections).

* Liaise with clients, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers, local authorities, and other stakeholders; build strong working relationships.

* Uphold the company’s “Right First Time” quality ethos; manage inspections, snagging and final certification.

Your Profile

* Proven experience as Site Manager on refurbishment and/or new build projects, particularly for public sector/commercial clients.

* Strong leadership skills; able to manage multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors.

* Excellent organisational and communication skills.

* Strong working knowledge of construction processes, health & safety legislation, quality standards.

* Technical ability to read drawings, specifications and interpret them on site.

* Relevant site management credentials (SMSTS, CSCS Black/Gold Card, etc.).

* A problem-solver; able to anticipate issues and respond swiftly.

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary + full benefits.

* Opportunity to work on varied projects (schools, social housing, private & public sector) across the North West.

* Supportive environment with a strong sense of local presence and accountability.

* Clear scope for professional growth, working with a company that values quality, integrity, and delivering value to communities