Senior Site Manager
Fawkes & Reece London
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to join a Premium tier 1 principal contractor delivering high-value industrial and logistics construction projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proven Senior Site Manager who has a strong track record delivering large-scale industrial, logistics, warehouse, distribution or similar projects from a principal contractor background.
The Role
As Senior Site Manager, you will take a key leadership role on site, overseeing the successful delivery of the project from pre-construction through to completion. You will be responsible for maintaining high standards across programme, quality, health & safety and commercial delivery, while managing site teams, subcontractors and key project stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage day-to-day site operations on a major industrial/logistics project.
- Manage Site Managers, Engineers, subcontractors and the wider delivery team.
- Drive the project programme and ensure key milestones are achieved.
- Coordinate subcontractors and ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to specification.
- Maintain strong standards of quality and workmanship throughout the project.
- Work closely with the Project Manager, Commercial Team and Design Team.
- Monitor progress, identify potential issues and implement effective solutions.
- Lead site meetings and coordinate works across multiple disciplines.
- Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation and company procedures.
- Maintain strong relationships with the client, consultants, subcontractors and project stakeholders.
- Support the project through commissioning, handover and completion.
About You
We are looking for an established Senior Site Manager with:
- Proven experience working for a principal/main contractor.
- A strong background delivering industrial, logistics, warehouse, distribution or large-scale commercial projects.
- Experience managing complex projects with multiple subcontractors and trades.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- A thorough understanding of construction programmes, sequencing and site logistics.
- Excellent health & safety and quality awareness.
- The ability to manage teams effectively and drive project performance.
- Relevant construction qualifications, ideally SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid.
Why Join?
You will be joining a well-established principal contractor with a strong pipeline of major industrial and logistics projects. The role offers the opportunity to work on a high-profile project, take genuine ownership of site delivery and progress within a growing business.
If you are an experienced Senior Site Manager with principal contractor experience and a background in industrial or logistics construction, we would like to hear from you.
Apply now for a confidential discussion about the role and project.
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