Site Manager

Site Manager – Construction / Infrastructure / Industrial Projects (211cm) - UK (Project-Based) - £ Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Overview

Our client is seeking experienced Site Managers to support the delivery of a strong pipeline of construction and infrastructure projects across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practical, delivery-focused professional with experience managing live construction sites, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards.

Projects span a range of sectors, including industrial, logistics, data centres, defence, energy, civil engineering, refurbishment, infrastructure, and major building developments.

This role is particularly well suited to ex-military personnel with leadership experience gained within engineering, construction, infrastructure, logistics, or operational environments.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring safe and efficient delivery while maintaining programme, quality, and compliance standards.

Working closely with Project Managers, subcontractors, consultants, and client representatives, you will coordinate all site activities and provide visible leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Site Operations

•           Manage day-to-day operations across live construction projects.

•           Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour, suppliers, and site logistics.

•           Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, within scope, and to the required quality standards.

•           Plan labour, materials, and plant requirements to support efficient site delivery.

Health, Safety & Compliance

•           Promote and maintain a strong health, safety, environmental, and quality culture.

•           Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and regular site inspections.

•           Review and implement RAMS, permits, and safe systems of work.

•           Ensure compliance with statutory and client safety requirements.

Programme & Project Delivery

•           Monitor progress against programme milestones.

•           Identify delays, risks, and constraints, escalating issues where appropriate.

•           Support look-ahead planning and short-term scheduling activities.

•           Maintain accurate site records, progress reports, site diaries, and photographic evidence.

Stakeholder Management

•           Liaise with Project Managers, Construction Managers, consultants, clients, and subcontractors.

•           Coordinate site activities to ensure effective communication and smooth project delivery.

•           Support project handover, snagging, and completion activities.

What Client’s Looking For

•           Proven experience as a Site Manager, Construction Manager, Works Manager, General Foreman, or similar site leadership role.

•           Strong background in construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, industrial, logistics, defence, energy, refurbishment, or major building projects.

•           Excellent understanding of site operations, subcontractor coordination, and construction sequencing.

•           Experience managing live construction sites with responsibility for health and safety, programme delivery, and quality.

•           Ability to interpret drawings and technical documentation.

•           Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills.

•           Practical, proactive, and solutions-focused approach.

•           Willingness to travel or work on project sites across the UK.

Essential Qualifications

•           SMSTS

•           CSCS Card

•           First Aid at Work

•           Full UK Driving License

Desirable

•           Temporary Works Supervisor or Coordinator

•           IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

•           Experience working under Principal Contractor environments

•           NEC contract experience

•           Experience delivering industrial, logistics, data centre, defence, energy, or infrastructure projects

Ideal Backgrounds

This opportunity would suit candidates from:

•           Construction and civil engineering

•           Infrastructure and utilities

•           Industrial or manufacturing projects

•           Defence construction and estate management

•           Data centre or mission-critical environments

It is also highly suited to former Armed Forces personnel, including:

•           Royal Engineers

•           REME

•           RAF Airfield Support and Infrastructure

•           Royal Navy Engineering and Facilities Management

•           Former military supervisors or senior NCOs with responsibility for site operations, engineering, logistics, or infrastructure delivery.

Military candidates with experience leading teams, coordinating resources, maintaining compliance, and delivering operational objectives will find many of their skills directly transferable to this role.

The Opportunity

•           Join a growing portfolio of major construction and infrastructure projects.

•           Work across a diverse range of high-profile developments.

•           Long-term career progression within an expanding project delivery environment.

•           Competitive salary and benefits package.

•           Opportunity to apply operational leadership skills in a challenging and rewarding civilian role.

How to Apply

If you have experience leading construction or infrastructure projects and are looking for your next challenge, we welcome your application. Contact Charles McKinney at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd