Are you a construction professional who values the culture of a well-established, family-owned regional powerhouse?
We are representing one of the South's most respected Main Contractors-a business built on integrity, financial stability, and high-quality delivery. They have just secured a £7M school refurbishment in Poole and are looking for a key hire to lead the site team.
Whether you are an established Senior Site Manager looking for a stable regional home, or an ambitious Assistant Site Manager with school experience ready to take the step up into a full No.1 role, this is the perfect time to join. While this specific project is £7M, you will be joining a business that regularly delivers prestigious schemes up to £20M, offering you genuine scale and variety.
The Project
Project Value: £7M (School Refurbishment).
Company Capability: Regional portfolio with projects up to £20M.
Start Date: Late May 2026.
Location: Poole, Dorset.
The Role
This contractor is known for "building the right way." You won't just be chasing a programme; you'll be managing a high-spec refurbishment where quality and safety are the primary metrics.
For the Senior SM: You will take full ownership of the site, mentoring junior staff and managing high-level stakeholder relationships with the school.
For the Stepping-Up ASM: You will be given the autonomy to lead the site, supported by a visiting Project Manager and a robust commercial team to ensure your successful transition into a No.1 position.
Essential Requirements
To be considered, you must hold valid, in-date:
SMSTS
First Aid at Work
CSCS Management Card (Black or Gold)
Enhanced DBS (Highly preferred due to the May start).
The Profile: We are looking for a "Main Contractor" pedigree-someone organized, articulate, and capable of managing the logistical dance of a live school site while keeping the project on track.
Why Join This Team?
Growth & Scale: Manage a £7M project now, with the opportunity to lead £20M schemes as you progress.
Regional Stability: A rock-solid pipeline across the South means you'll be working on prestigious projects close to home.
People-First Culture: Work for a business that treats its staff like individuals, offering a level of career investment you won't find at a national corporate.
How to Apply
If you are looking for a permanent home starting this May and want to work for a contractor that actually invests in your professional growth, let's have a conversation.
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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Salary description
£60000.00 - £65000.00 per year