Senior Site Manager
CV-LibraryBristol, City of BristolpermanentPosted: 11 April 2026
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The role is with a highly respected regional main contractor, recognised for delivering high-quality refurbishment, conservation, and new build projects across sectors including public sector, heritage, education, and commercial. The business has a strong reputation for craftsmanship, attention to detail, and successfully delivering complex schemes in live and sensitive environments.
The Role
As Senior Site Manager, you will operate as the No.1 on site, taking full ownership of the project from day-to-day delivery through to completion.
This is a stand-alone role, requiring someone confident managing all aspects of the build, including programme, subcontractors, quality, and health & safety.
Key Responsibilities
Full site management of a £6.5m public sector project
Oversee all construction activities from start to completion
Manage subcontractors, labour, and site teams
Ensure works are delivered on programme and within budget
Maintain high standards of health & safety compliance
Drive quality and ensure works meet required specifications
Liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholders
Manage site documentation, reporting, and coordination
Requirements
Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager / Site Manager
Experience delivering public sector or similar projects
Ability to run projects independently (No.1 on site)
Strong leadership and organisational skills
Essential:
SMSTS
CSCS Card (Manager level preferred)
First Aid at Work
What’s on Offer
Opportunity to lead a £6.5m scheme
Long-term / permanent opportunity
Competitive salary / day rate
Work with a reputable and well-established contractor
Strong pipeline of future projects in the region
The role is with a highly respected regional main contractor, recognised for delivering high-quality refurbishment, conservation, and new build projects across sectors including public sector, heritage, education, and commercial. The business has a strong reputation for craftsmanship, attention to detail, and successfully delivering complex schemes in live and sensitive environments.
The Role
As Senior Site Manager, you will operate as the No.1 on site, taking full ownership of the project from day-to-day delivery through to completion.
This is a stand-alone role, requiring someone confident managing all aspects of the build, including programme, subcontractors, quality, and health & safety.
Key Responsibilities
Full site management of a £6.5m public sector project
Oversee all construction activities from start to completion
Manage subcontractors, labour, and site teams
Ensure works are delivered on programme and within budget
Maintain high standards of health & safety compliance
Drive quality and ensure works meet required specifications
Liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholders
Manage site documentation, reporting, and coordination
Requirements
Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager / Site Manager
Experience delivering public sector or similar projects
Ability to run projects independently (No.1 on site)
Strong leadership and organisational skills
Essential:
SMSTS
CSCS Card (Manager level preferred)
First Aid at Work
What’s on Offer
Opportunity to lead a £6.5m scheme
Long-term / permanent opportunity
Competitive salary / day rate
Work with a reputable and well-established contractor
Strong pipeline of future projects in the region