Site Manager
CV-LibraryManchester, Greater ManchesterpermanentPosted: 8 September 2026
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Our client is a well-established regional contractor known for delivering high-quality construction and refurbishment projects across sectors including education, healthcare, heritage/conservation, leisure, and commercial. With a reputation for craftsmanship and a strong, family-oriented culture, they combine the scale and stability of a growing regional business with the close-knit, hands-on approach of a privately-owned contractor.
The Role
Our client is looking for an experienced Site Manager to lead the on-site delivery of new build and refurrbishment projects in the Manchester region. You'll take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the site, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme, to budget, and to a high-quality standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage all on-site construction activities, coordinating subcontractors, trades, and deliveries to keep the project on programme
* Take ownership of health & safety on site, ensuring full compliance with CDM 2015 and acting as (or supporting) the Principal Contractor role
* Produce and manage the Construction Phase Plan, RAMS sign-off, and daily site records
* Monitor build quality, snagging, and defect resolution to maintain the company's reputation for craftsmanship
* Liaise closely with the Project/Contracts Manager, client representatives, and design team throughout the build
* Manage site inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing team welfare and safety briefings
* Support programme and cost control alongside the commercial team
About You
* Proven experience as a Site Manager within contractor construction
* SMSTS and CSCS (Black/Gold card) essential
* First Aid at Work qualification
* Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015 and current H&S legislation
* Excellent communication and subcontractor management skills
* A hands-on, quality-focused approach with a track record of delivering projects safely, on time and within budget
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary [£57,000 - £65,000]
* Company vehicle or car allowance
* Pension scheme
* Genuine opportunity to join a respected, quality-focused regional contractor with a strong project pipeline
Our client is a well-established regional contractor known for delivering high-quality construction and refurbishment projects across sectors including education, healthcare, heritage/conservation, leisure, and commercial. With a reputation for craftsmanship and a strong, family-oriented culture, they combine the scale and stability of a growing regional business with the close-knit, hands-on approach of a privately-owned contractor.
The Role
Our client is looking for an experienced Site Manager to lead the on-site delivery of new build and refurrbishment projects in the Manchester region. You'll take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the site, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme, to budget, and to a high-quality standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage all on-site construction activities, coordinating subcontractors, trades, and deliveries to keep the project on programme
* Take ownership of health & safety on site, ensuring full compliance with CDM 2015 and acting as (or supporting) the Principal Contractor role
* Produce and manage the Construction Phase Plan, RAMS sign-off, and daily site records
* Monitor build quality, snagging, and defect resolution to maintain the company's reputation for craftsmanship
* Liaise closely with the Project/Contracts Manager, client representatives, and design team throughout the build
* Manage site inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing team welfare and safety briefings
* Support programme and cost control alongside the commercial team
About You
* Proven experience as a Site Manager within contractor construction
* SMSTS and CSCS (Black/Gold card) essential
* First Aid at Work qualification
* Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015 and current H&S legislation
* Excellent communication and subcontractor management skills
* A hands-on, quality-focused approach with a track record of delivering projects safely, on time and within budget
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary [£57,000 - £65,000]
* Company vehicle or car allowance
* Pension scheme
* Genuine opportunity to join a respected, quality-focused regional contractor with a strong project pipeline