Senior Site Manager

Job Title: Site Manager – High-Rise Construction
Location: West Midlands 
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Project Manager / Construction Manager

Job Brief

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Site Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a major high-rise construction project. You will be responsible for ensuring site safety, managing subcontractors and trades, maintaining schedule milestones, and delivering quality outcomes on a busy, fast-paced site.

This role is critical to the success of the project, requiring hands-on leadership, solid construction knowledge, and the ability to drive productivity while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all on-site construction activities, ensuring work is carried out safely, efficiently, and to the required standard.

• Coordinate and manage subcontractors, trades, and suppliers on-site.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.

• Monitor progress against program, report delays, and work with the Project Manager to maintain timelines.

• Conduct daily site briefings, toolbox talks, and safety inspections.

• Review construction drawings and ensure works are completed as per approved designs.

• Liaise with consultants, inspectors, and internal teams to resolve site issues quickly.

• Maintain site records including daily diaries, delivery dockets, permits, and safety documentation.

• Drive a culture of accountability, quality, and teamwork on-site.

Requirements

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience as a Site Manager or Site Supervisor, with at least 2 years on high-rise projects.

• Trade qualification or degree in Construction Management or related field.

• Solid understanding of structural, services, and finishing trades in high-rise construction.

• Strong knowledge of local building codes, safety regulations, and QA/QC procedures.

• Proven ability to manage large teams and multiple subcontractors.

• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Competent in reading construction drawings and using site management tools/software.

Desirable

• First Aid, White Card, and Site Safety Supervisor training.

• Experience with digital site management tools (e.g., Procore, Aconex, HammerTech).

• Crane/lifting coordination experience.

• Strong leadership and mentorship skills.