While this role begins on this 56-week scheme, we are looking for a strong Site Manager to join our team long-term to support ongoing commercial projects across our main operational regions. Permanent employment is strongly preferred, though a long-term self-employed (CIS) contract route will be considered for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
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Day-to-day management of site operations, subcontractors, and direct labor.
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Ensuring full compliance with health & safety, quality, and program milestones.
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Managing site logistics, materials, and specialized site constraints (including Network Rail/BAPA protocols).
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Conducting site inductions, toolbox talks, and maintaining clear site documentation.
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Coordinating directly with project managers, commercial teams, and external stakeholders.
Essential Requirements
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Qualifications: Valid SMSTS, First Aid at Work, Asbestos Awareness, and Temporary Works Coordinator certs. An Enhanced DBS (EDBS) is required (or willingness to undergo one for future educational projects).
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Experience: Proven main contractor background managing commercial, steel-frame, or industrial/storage new-build projects from groundworks through to handover.
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References: Minimum of two recent, verifiable references covering relevant project delivery.
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Location: Must live within a reasonable, realistic daily commute of Ashford, Surrey.
Non-Negotiables
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Candidates demonstrating a history of job-hopping (e.g., multiple short-term contractor engagements per year) will not be considered.
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Must have clear, direct experience running similar commercial D&B new-build schemes.
Package
* £55-70k Salary
* £5-6k Car Allowance
* Private Healthcare
* Pension Scheme
Salary description
£55000.00 - £70000.00 per year