At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting construction projects from start to finish while ensuring safety and quality.
- Company: Award-winning Principal Contractor known for exceptional client service and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company car, pension, health programme, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Great long-term career progression opportunities in a growing company.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on prestigious projects in Cambridge and beyond.
- Qualifications: Experience managing commercial projects over £2 million and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 51500 - 51500 £ per year.
An award-winning Principal Contractor delivering high-quality construction projects across Cambridgeshire and the surrounding region. Their reputation is built on collaboration, exceptional client service and delivering outstanding projects across both the public and private sectors. As their business continues to grow throughout the East of England, they are looking to recruit an experienced Site Manager to join their team in Cambridge.
The Role
As Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of construction projects from commencement through to completion. Working alongside an experienced project team, you will ensure projects are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. You will play a key role in maintaining excellent relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and the wider project team while promoting a positive site culture focused on safety, quality and performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day site operations on commercial construction projects.
- Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour and suppliers to achieve programme milestones.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential delays and implement corrective actions where required.
- Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and company procedures.
- Manage all site documentation including permits to work, inspections, risk assessments, method statements and quality records.
- Review drawings, specifications and contract documentation to ensure works are delivered in accordance with project requirements.
- Work closely with the Contracts Manager, Quantity Surveyor and Design Team throughout project delivery.
- Support procurement activities and maintain strong commercial awareness throughout the project.
- Ensure quality standards are achieved from commencement through to successful handover.
- Assist in delivering sustainability objectives, environmental targets and community engagement initiatives where applicable.
About You
They are looking for an experienced and motivated Site Manager with a proactive approach and excellent leadership skills. You will have:
- Experience managing commercial construction projects valued at £2 million or more.
- Previous experience acting as the No.1 Site Manager from project start through to completion.
- Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
- Excellent knowledge of construction methods and sequencing.
- Good commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.
- Experience managing subcontractors and maintaining programme performance.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and construction management software.
- A relevant construction qualification.
- SMSTS, CSCS Manager Card and First Aid at Work (or equivalent).
- A full UK driving licence.
What They Offer
- Competitive salary
- Company car or car allowance
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Ongoing professional development
- Opportunity to work on prestigious projects across Cambridge and the surrounding region.
- Long-term career progression within a growing and successful company.
Site Manager in Cambridge employer: PPM Recruitment
As an award-winning Principal Contractor, this company is an exceptional employer that prioritises collaboration and outstanding client service in the construction industry. Located in Cambridge, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that emphasises safety, quality, and performance, alongside competitive salaries, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on prestigious projects. With a commitment to employee growth and a focus on sustainability, this is a rewarding environment for Site Managers looking to advance their careers.
