Sphere Solutions
Senior Site Manager
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The Opportunity
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About the Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Manager to join a leading UK construction and engineering contractor on the delivery of a new Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) school in Faringdon.
The company is recognised for delivering high-quality construction projects across the education, healthcare, justice, defence, commercial, and public sectors. With a strong focus on collaboration, innovation, and sustainable construction, they have built an excellent reputation for successfully delivering complex projects that create lasting value for local communities. Due to continued project growth, they are looking to strengthen their site management team with an experienced Senior Site Manager.
The Project
This exciting scheme involves the construction of a modern SEND school, providing specialist teaching facilities, therapy spaces, sports and recreational areas, external landscaping, and associated infrastructure. The project is being delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and programme, requiring a strong site leader to oversee the day-to-day operations and support the successful delivery of the build.
The Role
Reporting to the Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the site, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. You will manage subcontractors, coordinate site logistics, monitor programme performance, and maintain excellent communication with the client and wider project team.
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This role requires a confident and proactive Senior Site Manager who has experience delivering large new build projects and is comfortable managing multiple trades within a busy construction environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day site operations on a major education project.
- Lead and coordinate subcontractors, direct labour, and site supervisors.
- Drive the construction programme and ensure project milestones are achieved.
- Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
- Carry out regular site inspections, quality checks, and snagging inspections.
- Coordinate material deliveries, site logistics, and resource planning.
- Chair subcontractor and progress meetings.
- Work closely with the Project Manager, Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, and design team to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Maintain accurate site records, daily diaries, RAMS, permits, and progress reports.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with the client, consultants, and project stakeholders.
- Identify and resolve construction issues quickly to minimise programme delays.
- Ensure the project is completed to specification and handed over successfully.
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Requirements
- Previous experience as a Senior Site Manager on large new build construction projects.
- Experience delivering education, healthcare, commercial, or public sector developments would be advantageous.
- Strong leadership and organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.
- Proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors and maintain programme performance.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail.
Essential Qualifications
- SMSTS
- CSCS Managers Card
- First Aid at Work
- Full UK Driving Licence preferred.
What's on Offer
- Immediate start.
- Contract running through to Christmas.
- Competitive day rate.
- Opportunity to work on a landmark education development.
- Excellent working environment with an experienced project team.
- Potential for future opportunities on upcoming projects following successful completion.
If you are an experienced Senior Site Manager looking for your next freelance opportunity on a prestigious education project, we'd love to hear from you.
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