Site Manager

Overview

Site Manager £55,000 - £60,000 + Competitive Benefits Package permanent | UK Construction Sites.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking experienced Site Managers to join our team delivering high-quality building projects across the UK. This permanent role offers the chance to take full operational leadership on major schemes, from mobilisation through to successful client handover, with strong long-term career prospects in a collaborative construction environment.

Reporting to the Contracts Manager or Project Director, you will lead all site operations and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Full accountability for planning, execution, coordination, and delivery of the project from design through to completion and handover
• Day-to-day management of site activities, teams, subcontractors, and resources
• Monitoring the master programme, developing stage/section programmes, and managing any delays proactively
• Acting as Temporary Works Coordinator
• Organising site logistics, facilities, equipment, and material requisitions/deliveries in line with the programme
• Leading toolbox talks, safety briefings, and regular inspections to maintain the highest health, safety, and welfare standards
• Supervising, motivating, and managing the site team and subcontractors to achieve programme targets
• Ensuring compliance with specifications, building regulations, health & safety legislation, and quality/environmental standards
• Chairing weekly progress/review meetings and maintaining strong liaison with design teams, clients, and stakeholders
• Controlling costs, variations, waste minimisation, and commercial matters in collaboration with surveyors
• Maintaining accurate project records and documentation for traceability

Proven experience as a Site Manager (or equivalent) with a main contractor on medium-to-large building projects; strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate diverse site teams and subcontractors; solid understanding of construction programming, logistics, resource planning, and commercial awareness; experience acting as Temporary Works Coordinator (desirable but highly valued); SMSTS certification (essential), CSCS Black Card, and relevant health & safety qualifications;

proactive, collaborative approach with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities; commitment to safety, quality, sustainability, and continuous professional development.

Competitive salary £55,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience)

• Attractive package including car allowance/company vehicle, pension, bonus opportunities, and additional benefits
• Genuine long-term stability working on varied, high-profile UK projects
• Opportunities for progression and personal development in a supportive environment

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for an accomplished Site Manager seeking permanent security and the chance to deliver standout projects. Applications will be reviewed immediately — apply now if you're ready to take ownership of major builds.

O'Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality. All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation.