Site Manager

Location: North West
Sector: High End Residential, Care, Commercial.
Reporting to: Project Manager

Role Overview

We are recruiting an experienced Site Manager to oversee the day-to-day delivery of construction projects across residential and commercial schemes. Working closely with the Project Manager and commercial team, the Site Manager will be responsible for site operations, health & safety, quality and programme delivery.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership on site, excellent subcontractor coordination and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of site operations from start on site through to handover

• Ensure sites are set up correctly and maintained to a high standard

• Implement and manage all health & safety requirements and site documentation

• Ensure works are delivered in line with programme and quality expectations

• Coordinate and manage subcontractors and direct labour

• Maintain site records, diaries and reporting requirements

• Attend and contribute to site meetings and progress reviews

• Identify and help resolve site issues including design information gaps and subcontractor performance

• Ensure materials, plant and labour are planned and available

• Oversee quality control and snagging throughout the build

• Support the Project Manager with reporting, RFIs and programme updates

• Ensure smooth, timely and high-quality project handovers

Project Types & Values

Projects include:

• Luxury single dwellings and multi-unit residential developments

• Care homes and education facilities

• Commercial projects such as warehouses, offices and nurseries

Project values typically range from £1.4m to £11m across the North West.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on residential or commercial construction projects

• Strong knowledge of health & safety and site compliance

• Experience managing subcontractors and site teams

• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications

• Well organised, proactive and solutions-focused

• Strong communication skills and confident working with PMs, QSs and clients

Team Structure

The Site Manager will report to a Project Manager and work closely with Quantity Surveyors and wider support teams.