Senior Site Manager

Senior Site Manager Location: Luton Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Benefits Job Type: Permanent Senior Site Manager – £140m Residential Development | Luton An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Site Manager to join a growing main contractor on a flagship £140m residential development in Luton, comprising 292 new homes and a Community Hub. This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering a major residential scheme while joining a business experiencing significant growth. The company is forecasting turnover of £160m-£180m this year, increasing to £250m next year, with a substantial pipeline of secured projects. They currently employ around 40-50 Senior Site Managers and Site Managers across the business and are looking to strengthen the team with a further 20 hires over the next 12 months. The Role Reporting to the Project Manager, you will take responsibility for managing a major section of the development, leading site teams and subcontractors to ensure the project is delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities * Leading the day-to-day management of a significant section of the project. * Managing Site Managers, Assistant Site Managers and subcontractors. * Driving programme performance and ensuring key milestones are achieved. * Maintaining exceptional standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance. * Coordinating trades, logistics and construction activities across multiple work fronts. * Chairing subcontractor and progress meetings. * Monitoring quality throughout the build and ensuring successful handovers. * Working closely with the Project Manager to identify and resolve construction challenges. * Producing progress reports and contributing to project planning and delivery. About You * Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager working for a main contractor. * Strong residential new build experience is highly desirable. * Experience delivering large-scale housing or apartment developments. * Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills. * Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and site teams effectively. * Strong understanding of construction programming, quality control and health & safety. * SMSTS, CSCS Card and First Aid at Work are essential. What's on Offer? * Permanent position with a financially secure and expanding contractor. * Opportunity to work on a flagship £140m residential development. * Strong pipeline of future projects offering long-term career security. * Genuine opportunities for progression into Project Management as the business continues to grow. * Competitive salary, car allowance and comprehensive benefits package. If you're an experienced Senior Site Manager looking to join a contractor with ambitious growth plans, an excellent reputation and a strong pipeline of residential work, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion