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senior site manager.
Senior Site Manager.
Ref: V-75925
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location.
Norwich
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salary.
£65000 - £70000 per annum
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type.
Permanent
job description.
Senior Site ManagerLocation: Norwich
Salary: £65,000 Package
Permanent Position
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a £13 million new build school project in Norwich. The project includes the construction of a brand-new educational facility followed by the demolition of the existing school building and conversion of the area into a new play field.
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven construction professional with strong leadership skills and experience delivering large-scale construction projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day site operations, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
- Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring efficient coordination across multiple work packages.
- Ensure strict compliance with health & safety regulations, company policies, and site procedures.
- Coordinate the construction programme, ensuring project milestones are achieved.
- Work closely with the Project Manager, commercial team, and design teams to maintain progress and resolve issues.
- Manage site logistics and construction sequencing, including the demolition of the existing school building and conversion of the area into a play field.
- Maintain high standards of quality control and workmanship throughout the build.
- Lead site meetings, toolbox talks, and progress updates.
- Ensure all site documentation, reports, and records are maintained accurately.
- Support the project through to completion, handover, and external works delivery.
Candidate Requirements
- Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager on large construction schemes.
- Tier 1 main contractor background is essential.
- Experience delivering large residential, accommodation, or multi-block developments.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing multiple subcontractor packages.
- Experience working within highly regulated or secure environments.
Essential Certifications
- SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
- CSCS Card
- First Aid at Work
- Asbestos Awareness
Package
- Salary: £65,000 per annum
- Benefits package
- Permanent opportunity on a £13m education project in Norwich
