Senior Site Manager

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We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.

We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Site Managerto join the team at Galliford Try.

Ideally, you will based in or around the Newcastle and will have the opportunity to travel across multiple sites/projects in the Region.

• To take full responsibility for production functions on contracts allocated by the Project Manager/Operations Manager from award through to the issue of the Maintenance Certificate and to maintain and maximise quality of service and profitability.
• Plan, co-ordinate, maintain and develop staff and operative levels to effectively undertake current and prospective workloads.
• Together with the Project Manager/Operations Manager, make initial contacts with clients after contract award and participate in external pre-start meetings.
• Co-ordinate, drive and control initial site set-up, actively installing Company systems and procedures.
• Implement strict financial controls on the payment of subcontractors, suppliers and operatives.
• Organise and co-ordinate the undertaking of maintenance works as directed by Operations Manager.
• Liaise and co-ordinate with all Head Office Departments to improve all levels of communication.
• Produce data as required by Project Manager/Operations Manager to facilitate accurate contract reporting for inclusion in Management Board Papers.
• Undertake the role of the Site Safety Supervisor.
• Appraise the security risk to all Company property under your control and install security levels commensurate to the relative values.
• Establish and maintain links with clients, determine customer satisfaction levels and develop contact points for post contract marketing.

• Experience of working within the Construction industry, specifically on Design and Build, education projects.
• Positive contribution to behavioural safety initiatives
• A proven track record of success of working in a team delivering projects up to £30m in value
• Have experience of working for a main contractor
• Present a clean and tidy site and have a good knowledge of the Considerate Contractor’s requirements to achieve high scores.

With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry’s leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment.

With an ambitious strategy, we’re poised for further growth and success, so if you’re committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you.

We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our ‘Be Well’ programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues.

We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential.

Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged.

Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where…