Site Manager

  • Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
  • Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
  • Feb 25, 2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Your new companyYou will be joining a well-established Tier 1 contractor with a strong reputation for delivering major projects across the UK. The business operates across multiple sectors, including infrastructure, civil engineering and large-scale build, and is known for its commitment to quality, innovation and long-term sustainability. They place a strong emphasis on building positive relationships with clients and communities, while maintaining a collaborative and supportive working culture.

Your new roleAs Site Manager, you will oversee the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of the project. Working closely with senior management, you will help drive programme, quality and cost targets, while maintaining strong communication with the supply chain, local stakeholders and on-site teams. This is a hands-on role where you will take full ownership of day-to-day delivery and support wider business objectives.

Key responsibilities

Promote and maintain excellent standards of health, safety and environmental management

Monitor and deliver project strategies aligned with sustainability objectives

Develop and oversee quality assurance processes to achieve a defect-free build

Build and maintain strong relationships with the supply chain

Support community engagement and uphold Considerate Constructors Scheme principles

Lead project planning, reporting and communication to keep delivery on track

Review progress against programme and budget, identifying risks and opportunities

Ensure consistent implementation of company procedures and best practice

Manage handover, snagging and the defects period to agreed timeframes

Share knowledge and contribute to continuous improvement across the projectWhat you'll need to succeed Degree in Engineering or a related construction discipline (or equivalent experience)

Strong technical understanding of modern construction methods

Good knowledge of current building regulations, legislation and health and safety

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Valid SMSTS card

Full UK driving licence

First Aid at Work

Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders

A genuine passion for delivering high-quality construction projects

What you'll get in return Basic salary up to £75,000

Car allowance or company car

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Private medical cover or health cash plan

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Flexible working options

Life assurance

Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes

Professional development funding and clear progression pathways

Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex projects with a Tier 1 contractor

Supportive, inclusive and collaborative working environmentWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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