Site Manager
Advertised by Thorn Baker Construction
- Location
- Leicester
- Salary
- £60,000 - £74,000 a year car allowance / company car, fuel allowance, bonus scheme
- Job type
- Permanent
- Sector
- Construction
- Posted
- 3 November 2026
Job description
Site ManagerLocation: East Midlands, Leicestershire, Leicester
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time Monday - Friday
Salary: £60,000 - £74,000 per annum
Benefits: Car allowance or company car, fuel allowance, bonus scheme
A medium sized prestigious housing developer seeks an experienced Site Manager or Senior Site Manager to lead and manage a new high-end housing development in Leicester. This project involves traditionally built homes, requiring meticulous attention to quality, safety, and schedule adherence.
Job Duties- Plan, organise and control all site activities to ensure the successful delivery of the project within agreed timescale, budget, and quality standards.
- Manage and supervise subcontractors, suppliers and site operatives to maintain high standards of workmanship and compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Ensure all site operations comply with relevant building regulations, company policies, and statutory requirements.
- Coordinate with the design, procurement and project management teams to resolve issues and implement changes as required.
- Monitor progress and prepare regular reports on site performance, risks, and opportunities for senior management.
- Maintain accurate site records including daily logs, progress photographs, and health and safety documentation.
- Lead site meetings and liaise with external stakeholders such as local authorities and clients as necessary.
- Drive continuous improvement in site efficiency, quality, and safety culture.
- Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certificate.
- Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
- First Aid at Work certification.
- NVQ Lv 6
- Full, valid driving licence.
- Proven track record of managing residential construction sites, preferably involving traditionally built high-end housing.
- Experience in overseeing multiple subcontractors and coordinating complex site operations.
- Familiarity with health and safety legislation and best practise on construction sites.
- Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate teams and maintain discipline on site.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities to prioritise tasks effectively.
- Good communication skills to liaise clearly and professionally with clients, suppliers, and regulatory bodies.
- Competency in interpreting technical drawings, specifications and construction programmes.
- Proficient in the use of site management software and Microsoft Office applications.
- Attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality workmanship.
- Chartered status or membership of professional bodies such as the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) or the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE).
- Additional health and safety qualifications such as NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
- Experience with environmentally sustainable construction practises.
- The role requires regular presence on site, often outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
- Full-time hours are expected, with occasional extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- The post may involve travel within the region and occasional visits to other company sites.
- Use of personal protective equipment is mandatory at all times on site.
- The position demands physical activity, including walking across uneven terrain and climbing ladders or scaffolding.
If you are interested in hearing more, call Chloe on (phone number removed)
Reference 225792667
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