Senior Site Manager
Fawkes & Reece London
Senior Site Manager - Data Centre Projects
Opportunity for a Senior Site Manager to work for a multi-billion turnover construction and development business with a dedicated Data Centre division. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of highly complex Data Centre projects across Hyperscale and Colocation facilities, mission-critical environments, fit-out packages, and infrastructure works.
About the Role of Senior Site Manager
Our client is looking for a Senior Site Manager to join an experienced project delivery team working on a major Data Centre Campus valued at approximately £1 billion. The project is a large Hyperscale Data Centre Campus for a blue-chip client. Construction is due to commence next year, with completion scheduled for 2029.
Responsibilities for Senior Site Manager
Promote and work within the company values while ensuring compliance with all company procedures and standards.
Lead site operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery.
Manage and coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams.
Support the development and implementation of construction programmes and logistics plans.
Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with health and safety legislation and company policies.
Monitor progress against programme and report on key milestones and project performance.
Drive quality assurance and ensure works are completed to the required standards.
Coordinate with commercial, design, and planning teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
Manage site resources effectively to achieve project objectives.
Chair and participate in site meetings with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining programme and quality objectives.
Requirements for Senior Site Manager
Proven experience as a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager working for a Tier 1 Main Contractor.
Experience delivering large-scale construction projects, ideally within Data Centres, Mission Critical, Industrial, Logistics, Pharmaceutical, or Major Infrastructure sectors.
Strong understanding of construction methodologies and sequencing.
SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications.
Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and best practice.
Relevant construction qualification preferred (HNC, HND, Degree, or equivalent).
What We Offer for Senior Site Manager
Opportunity to work for a leading Tier One Main Contractor with a strong pipeline of Data Centre projects.
Involvement in one of the UK's most significant Hyperscale Data Centre developments.
Clear opportunities for progression into Project Manager and Senior Leadership positions.
A financially secure business with a proven track record of investing in its employees.
Strong company culture built around collaboration, integrity, safety, and excellence in delivery.
Package
Competitive salary in line with market rates.
Car allowance & Travel expenses
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service).
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