Senior Site Manager

Blayze Group are working with a highly regarded residential developer to recruit an experienced Senior Site Manager to oversee the internal fit out of a major Purpose‑Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) development in North West London.

This landmark scheme consists of two high‑rise RC frame buildings and is entering the internal delivery phase. The successful candidate will take ownership of the fit out programme, ensuring apartments and communal areas are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The successful candidate will also manage a team of four site‑based professionals, so previous experience leading, mentoring, and developing small site teams is essential. This role would suit an experienced Senior Site Manager who enjoys driving quality throughout the finishing stages of complex residential developments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take full responsibility for the internal fit out works across a large‑scale PBSA development.
• Manage the day‑to‑day site operations, reporting directly to the Project Director.
• Lead and mentor a team of four site‑based professionals, ensuring efficient coordination, performance, and delivery of site objectives.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and direct labour to ensure works are completed safely, on programme, and to the required quality standards.
• Coordinate finishing trades, ensuring excellent sequencing and programme management throughout the internal delivery phase.
• Monitor construction progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation measures where required.
• Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, environmental compliance, and quality assurance.
• Chair site meetings, carry out inspections, and provide regular progress reports to senior management.
• Work closely with the commercial and technical teams to resolve issues and minimise project risk.
• Drive high‑quality finishes through robust quality control and inspection processes.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager delivering the internal fit out of large residential, PBSA, or mixed‑use developments.
• Strong background managing high‑quality residential finishing trades from first fix through to handover.
• Demonstrable experience successfully managing and developing teams of Site Managers, Assistant Site Managers, or Finishing Managers.
• Excellent knowledge of construction sequencing, quality assurance, and programme management.
• Strong experience managing subcontractors across multiple internal trade packages.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Good understanding of construction planning software such as Asta Powerproject or Microsoft Project.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and quality management procedures.
• Experience using Procore, SmartWaste, Microsoft Office, or similar construction management systems would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing developer on a flagship London scheme, offering long‑term career progression and the opportunity to play a key role in delivering a high‑profile.