Site Manager

The Company

Our client is a skilled civil subcontractor who holds over 20 years of experience within the construction industry, they have an extensive amount of experience dealing with various developments, however withhold specialties operating in groundworks, drainage and hard landscaping. They operate in various places around the UK and hold an impressive track record of delivering projects up to standard in a safely manor.

The Project

As a highly experienced Site Manager, you will play a crucial role on a new build residential development in Sunderland. Your responsibilities will include overseeing foundation works, drainage systems, retaining walls, and external areas, while managing the daily operations on site. You will coordinate with contractors and trades, enforce health and safety compliance, and monitor project timelines and budgets to ensure everything runs smoothly and efficiently. Your expertise will be critical in maintaining high standards of quality and ensuring the project's overall success.

Requirements

For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum;

• SMSTS
• First Aid
• CSCS Card

It is also essential that you hold the experience below;

• Proven history of successfully delivering plot work packages on residential schemes
• Extensive background in the industry with at least 5 years of experience of operating in a Site Manager position or similar for a leading contractor or subcontractor

Additional skills;

• Superb negotiation abilities
• Competent IT / software skills
• Extensive health and safety knowledge
• Effective communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to organise and manage project schedules
• A solid understanding of relevant regulations and standards
• Proven ability to lead, support, and direct a team effectively
• In-depth understanding of construction methods, materials, and building processes
• Exceptional focus on detail to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications

The Role

• Job Title: Site Manager
• Job Type: Freelance
• Project: New build residential development
• Location: Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
• Duration: 12 Months
• Reporting to: Visiting Contracts Manager

Duties

• On-site safety inductions
• Liaise with the principal contractor
• Coordinate with external stakeholders
• Conduct and attend routine site meetings
• Report and work closely with the Visiting Contracts Manager
• Handle any issues or conflicts that arise throughout the project
• Comply with health and safety regulations throughout all work operations
• Oversee package costs, maintaining alignment with the established budget
• Identify possible threats to the works, implementing effective strategies to address them
• Coordinate and manage daily site activities, overseeing workers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Managing resources such as materials, equipment, and labor to ensure they are used efficiently and effectively
• Serve as the principal contact between the project team, clients, and stakeholders, delivering regular updates on project progress
• Maintaining accurate documentation of all project components, including contracts, permits, change orders, and communications
• Enhance and maintain positive client relationships by resolving concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with project developments

This is a freelance position with a competitive rate on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact James Shorte - Associate Director or Thomas Robertshaw - Resourcer at Caval on (phone number removed)