Jobs in Catshill

Our client is a well-established Tier 1 Main Contractor with a strong presence across the West Midlands, delivering projects across a diverse range of sectors including commercial, industrial, education, residential, and leisure. Due to sustained growth throughout the Midlands region, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Site Manager to join their production team and support the successful delivery of major construction projects.

The Role

As a Senior Site Manager, you will take a leading role in the delivery of high-value construction schemes, with candidates expected to demonstrate a proven track record of successfully managing projects with values of at least £30 million. Working closely with the wider project team, you will be responsible for overseeing site operations, leading and motivating site teams, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is a key position within the business, requiring strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to excellence in project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Take full responsibility for the successful delivery of projects or major sections of works
Plan, coordinate, and manage all on-site activities in line with programme requirements
Monitor progress against targets and proactively resolve delays or issues
Ensure efficient sequencing of trades and subcontractors
Lead by example in promoting a positive health & safety culture
Ensure full compliance with HSE legislation, CDM regulations, and company procedures
Carry out site inspections, audits, and risk assessments
Manage incident reporting and implement corrective actions
Manage Site Managers, Assistant Site Managers, and site operatives
Provide mentoring, coaching, and performance management
Foster teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
Act as the main on-site contact for clients, consultants, and supply chain partners
Lead progress meetings and provide clear reporting on site performance
Build and maintain strong working relationshipsEducation, Skills and Experience

Relevant qualifications HNC / HND / NVQ Level 6/7 / Degree in a construction related field
Extensive experience as a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager within
Must have experience of delivering medium to large scale construction projects
Experience of working with a Tier 1 Contractor is desirable
Experience across sectors such as education, commercial, industrial or healthcare
SMSTS Certification
Valid CSCS Card (Black)
Excellent planning and commercial experience
In-depth understanding of construction methods and best practice
Strong leadership and decision-making capability