Site Manager

Job Description:

Guildmore Midlands and North are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee and manage construction projects from start to finish. This role involves coordinating with stakeholders, managing resources, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to high quality standards.

You will lead all disciplines within the project team, including design, commercial, and production, ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and company procedures. The Site Manager will foster a motivated team culture, driving subcontractors to meet programme targets and quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety

• Comply with company health & safety policies and procedures.

• Set high safety standards and enforce compliance on-site.

• Conduct weekly safety inspections, site inductions, and toolbox talks.

• Act as Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor.

• Promote a strong health and safety culture.

Customer Relationships

• Understand client needs and establish clear project objectives.

• Build strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain. Report progress and manage expectations openly and honestly. Produce monthly client progress reports.

Leadership & Team Management

• Inspire and motivate the project team to deliver exceptional service.

• Support staff development and ensure training needs are met. Set clear goals and promote teamwork to achieve company objectives.

Programme Delivery

• Develop and monitor project programmes to meet client requirements.

• Produce weekly reports, track progress, and coordinate activities with subcontractors. Chair subcontractor progress meetings and resolve delays or disruptions.

Design Management

• Oversee production and review of design information, ensuring buildability and compliance.

• Attend design meetings and manage technical queries. Identify value engineering opportunities.

Quality Control

• Implement and maintain Guildmore’s quality management system.

• Ensure quality inspections and tests are completed per plans.

• Manage QA records and address issues promptly. Maintain high standards throughout construction.

Commercial Control & Risk Management

• Update project risk registers and collaborate with the QS to meet financial targets.

• Identify opportunities to improve profit and reduce costs. Review subcontractor payments and variation orders.

• Manage prelim expenditure and ensure correct procedures for site instructions.

Supply Chain Management

• Create a positive working environment to attract and retain subcontractors.

• Ensure smooth transitions between trades and project phases.

Personal Specification

Knowledge & Experience

• SMSTS and First Aid qualifications required.

• Ideally 10 years of site management experience, preferably with high-rise and residential projects. Strong commercial and contractual awareness.

• Ideally, experience in social housing, decarbonisation, cladding remediation, and planned works.

Skills & Attributes

• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.

• Excellent organisational and multitasking skills.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Effective communication with clients and authorities.

• Collaborative team player with a proactive approach.Willingness to take ownership and responsibility.

What We Offer

Full training and ongoing support.

Opportunities to learn systems management, compliance, and business operations.

Friendly and supportive working environment.

Clear career progression within the team.