At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage exciting construction projects and ensure high-quality delivery.
- Company: Join McLaughlin & Harvey, a leading construction company with 170 years of experience.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, great benefits, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Diverse workplace committed to inclusion and respect for all.
- Why this job: Be part of a collaborative team that values innovation and excellence.
- Qualifications: CSCS/CSR card and SMSTS qualified; relevant construction experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in construction. We provide quality new builds, extensions, refurbishments, fit-outs, and small works projects across several sectors including health, education, commercial, industrial, leisure, sporting, retail, and residential.
Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment.
We are seeking a Site Manager to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects.
Why join us?
- Exciting Projects: Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy.
- Career Growth: Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development.
- Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
- Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits.
What you will be doing:
The successful candidate will have a wide and varied remit making full use of their experience and skills. Candidates must be able to demonstrate a proven track record of success in safe delivery of high quality medium to large scale projects to budget and programme.
Commercial:
- Have an understanding of the type of building contract, and the key project stakeholders e.g. client, clients representatives, design team etc.
- Have a full understanding of the scope of works for each sub-contractor package, and have access to a paper copy of each sub contract order.
- Liaise with the PM and PQS on works not deemed to be included within the scope of works for the project.
Operational:
- Issue permits for various work activities, and close out accordingly.
- Have the ability to undertake material/equipment orders, and liaise with the project quantity surveyor.
- Manage provisions/diversion/upgrade/protection works via meetings/dialogue with the relevant utility companies.
- Make necessary applications for permits to the Highways Authority for road openings, location of skips and/or welfare facilities.
- Make necessary applications to utility companies for temporary building water, drainage discharge and electricity connections to welfare facilities.
- Understand any off site Highways works, and manage the process via meetings/dialogue with relevant parties.
Quality:
- Raise NCRs for works undertaken that are of poor quality.
- Ensure that sub-contractors compile and issue inspection and test plans (ITPs) for various works packages, and that these are checked and closed out accordingly.
- Compile snagging lists and manage the process for closing out.
Health & Safety:
- Understand duties and responsibilities regarding current Health and Safety/CDM legislation, and ensure compliance on each project.
- Undertake the role of temporary works coordinator (where applicable).
- Ensure labour only sub-contractors have been properly assessed for the tasks they are undertaking and that method statements and risk assessments are in place for them.
What We're Looking For:
Qualifications:
- Essential: CSCS/CSR card, SMSTS qualified.
- Desirable: First Aid at Work, Professional qualification.
Experience:
- Relevant previous construction experience in one or more of the following; Commercial, retail, healthcare, education, refurbishment and/or new build.
- Proven ability to manage and control subcontractors in line with the project programme, safety and environmental legislation.
- Experience of temporary works procedures.
- Ability to operate within a team environment.
- Ability to produce short term programmes.
How to Apply:
If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values your expertise and innovation, we'd love to hear from you! Apply by clicking apply below.
McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work.
