Site Manager

Site Manager – Luton

Salary: £48,000 – £60,000

Project: £8.5m Steel Frame New Build Industrial Scheme

A regional principal contractor based in Hertfordshire is recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join its established team. The business delivers new build and refurbishment projects up to £15 million and is known for its family‑owned stability, long‑standing client relationships and a supportive environment that encourages progression and long‑term career development.

This position is managing the construction of an £8.5 million steel frame industrial new build in Luton, commencing August 2026 and completing in 2027. The contractor is seeking a Site Manager with strong steel frame and new build experience who can take ownership of a complex structure from groundworks through to final finishes.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 7 years’ site management experience.

• Proven experience delivering steel frame new build schemes.

• SMSTS and First Aid qualified.

• Strong Health & Safety knowledge, including modern risk management requirements.

• Background in JCT Design & Build projects or the ability to adapt quickly.

• Ability to manage a project from initial groundworks through to high‑quality finishes.

• Understanding of structural steel frame engineering and complex groundwork coordination.

• Experience managing bona fide subcontractors, direct labour and all associated site administration.

• Ability to maintain high quality standards across all stages of delivery.

• Competent in producing RAMS and delivering toolbox talks.

• Computer literate with the ability to produce weekly reports, manage meetings and liaise with project teams.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to build working relationships at all levels.

• Organised, proactive and able to interrogate procurement and construction programmes to ensure timely delivery.

• Positive, solutions‑focused approach.

Role Details

• Full‑time, permanent or contract

• Hertfordshire‑based regional contractor

• New build steel frame industrial scheme – £8.5m

• Project location: Luton

• Salary £48,000 – £60,000 depending on experience

This is an opportunity to join a stable, reputable contractor offering long‑term progression, a supportive team culture and consistent project pipelines.