Site Manager

  • Edge Careers
  • Longthorpe, Cambridgeshire
  • Jun 16, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

START DATE SEPTEMBER

We are seeking an experienced Construction Site Manager for a new build healthcare facility in Peterborough. This will be a state of the art facility, to include the very latest diagnostic machinery and treatment centre. Please note; the start date for this will be late August / early September. Previous experience with installation of high-tech medical equipment is essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Take full control of contractors and trades to manage sequencing of works and programme delivery
  • Ensure quality assurance standards are met consistently with trade-to-trade handover and strict quality control procedures
  • Verify compliance with design specifications and monitoring of third-party compliance requirements
  • Maintain strict health and safety standards
  • Conduct regular inductions and toolbox talks
  • Lead weekly internals meetings with subcontractors
  • Manage on-site materials, including ordering, delivery scheduling and storage with internal trades
  • Coordinate with external project stakeholders as required

Required Experience & Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years' experience managing works on similar projects
  • SSSTS (Site Supervisor Safety Training Scheme) certification
  • SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification
  • Valid CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card
  • Strong understanding of building regulations and construction standards
  • Experience with snagging processes and quality control
  • Proven track record of delivering projects on schedule
  • A solid understanding of high-tech M&E installations

Additional Requirements

- Knowledge of current building regulations and construction standards

- Experience with implementing and monitoring quality control systems

- Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively manage multiple trades

- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and technical specifications

- Proficiency with construction management software

- Problem-solving skills and ability to make quick decisions

- Budget management experience

- Knowledge of sustainable building practices and energy efficiency standards

- Ability to maintain detailed records and produce regular progress reports

Working Hours & Conditions

  • Monday to Friday: 7:30am - 5pm
  • Potential for occasional weekend work during critical phases
  • Site-based role requiring constant on-site presence

Personal Attributes

  • Proactive and keen attitude essential for this environment
  • Willingness to go above and beyond to meet project deadlines
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Team-oriented with effective conflict resolution skills

Reporting Structure

  • Reports directly to Contracts Manager
  • Responsible for managing multiple trade contractors and labourers, Assistant Site Manager, Site Engineers and associated site team.

All applicants must be able to provide two recent references. Please note that a completion bonus is also on offer, up to 10% of basic.