At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a £4.5m school project, managing site operations and ensuring safety standards.
- Company: Respected main contractor with a focus on educational projects.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, private healthcare, and pension scheme.
- Other info: Long-term position with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make a lasting impact on educational infrastructure.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Site Manager with relevant certifications and local commuting ability.
The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 £ per year.
About the Role
On behalf of our client - a respected main contractor - we are looking for an experienced, highly organized Site Manager to take charge of a £4.5m new-build school and car park facility in Leicestershire. The scheme is secured and currently on site under a JCT Design & Build contract. Main works involve SIPs (Structural Insulated Panels) construction, associated groundworks, car park infrastructure, and full fit-out works. The overall program runs for approximately 45 weeks, with a dedicated Site Manager required on-site around November 2026. While you will be taking point on this specific educational project, our client is actively expanding and seeking a strong manager for a long-term position. Permanent employment is strongly preferred, though a long-term self-employed (CIS) arrangement will be considered for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day site operations, managing sub-contractors, suppliers, and direct labor on site.
- Enforce strict Health & Safety standards, quality management, and delivery against program schedules.
- Coordinate modern methods of construction (SIPs panel installation, structural interface, and internal fit-out).
- Manage site logistics, groundworks, and external hard landscaping/car park delivery.
- Conduct site inductions, RAMS reviews, toolbox talks, and maintain accurate daily site logs.
- Act as the direct point of contact for project managers, client representatives, and local stakeholders.
Essential Qualifications & Requirements
- Certifications: Valid SMSTS, First Aid at Work, Asbestos Awareness, and Temporary Works Coordinator.
- DBS: An Enhanced DBS (EDBS) is essential for this educational project (or willingness to undergo immediate clearance).
- Experience: Proven track record as a Site Manager with a main contractor, specifically delivering commercial or educational projects featuring SIPs / timber frames and associated external works.
- References: Must be able to provide 2 recent, verifiable references from similar new-build projects.
- Commute: Must live locally within Leicestershire or be within a realistic daily commuting distance.
Candidate Criteria Constraints
- Job Stability: Candidates showing a history of high turnover or short-term relief assignments (multiple contractors within a single year) will not be considered.
- Relevant Experience: Direct project management experience on similar build types (educational/commercial JCT D&B) is mandatory.
Package
- £55-70k Salary
- £5-6k Car Allowance
- Private Healthcare
- Pension Scheme
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