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Posted 14 August, 2026

Senior Site Manager

Peace Recruitment
Brae, SCT, GB Full Time

Job Description

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About the Role

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We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Manager to join a leading main contractor on a major new-build school project.

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This is an excellent opportunity to take a senior role on a high-profile project, overseeing the construction process from inception through to completion and handover. You’ll play a key role in leading the site team, coordinating subcontractors and ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme and to the highest standards.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Provide leadership, guidance and mentoring to members of the project team.
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  • Take responsibility for the day-to-day coordination and control of the project.
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  • Manage site staff, labour and subcontractors throughout the construction phase.
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  • Plan, implement and monitor site logistics.
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  • Effectively manage and mitigate project delays.
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  • Ensure dimensional controls are established and maintained from the outset.
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  • Maintain accurate daily site records and site diaries.
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  • Ensure the project is delivered in accordance with quality control and management procedures.
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  • Maintain the highest standards of Health & Safety across the site.
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  • Liaise closely with the Design Team to ensure design information is issued in a timely manner.
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  • Build and maintain strong relationships with the client, design team, subcontractors, neighbours and wider project stakeholders.
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  • Drive the project through to successful completion and handover.
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About You

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We’re looking for an experienced Senior Site Manager with a strong background working on major construction projects, ideally within main contracting and new-build construction.

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You’ll ideally have:

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  • A construction-related degree or relevant trade background.
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  • Strong construction management and leadership experience.
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  • Experience managing large and complex projects.
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  • Valid CSCS card.
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  • SMSTS qualification.
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  • Strong knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety.
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  • Good first aid knowledge.
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  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.
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  • The ability to effectively manage teams, subcontractors and project stakeholders.
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  • A proven track record of delivering projects safely, on programme and to a high standard.
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The Opportunity

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This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established main contractor with a strong pipeline of work and take a key leadership role on a major new-build education project.

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If you’re an experienced Senior Site Manager looking for your next challenge and want to work on a high-profile project, we’d be keen to hear from you.

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Apply now for a confidential discussion.

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