Senior Site Manager
18 hours ago
Exeter
Site Manager – South West (Residential Construction) Location: South West England (Cornwall / Devon region) Salary: Up to £72,000 + £7,565 Car Allowance + 21% Bonus + Private Medical + Life Insurance Employment Type: Permanent About the Opportunity An established and growing UK housebuilder is seeking an experienced Site Manager to join their South West construction team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking developer with a long-standing reputation for quality homes and employee development. You’ll be part of a supportive, customer-focused construction team delivering high-quality new build housing developments across the region. The Role Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations from inception through to completion — ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. Key responsibilities include: • Oversee all construction activities in line with NHBC standards, Building Regulations and company specifications., • Lead and coordinate site teams and subcontractors to deliver build programmes efficiently., • Monitor progress, budgets, and quality, taking corrective action where necessary., • Uphold the highest standards of Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance., • Conduct regular inspections and quality control checks, ensuring defect-free handovers., • Work closely with internal departments and the Sales team to ensure smooth customer handovers and a first-class experience., • Maintain accurate site records, manage costs, and approve subcontractor payments. To be successful in this role, you will bring: • Proven experience as a Site Manager within the housebuilding or residential construction sector., • Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate site teams and subcontractors., • Comprehensive understanding of NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, and Health & Safety legislation., • Ability to plan, prioritise, and manage build programmes effectively., • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities., • SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme), • CSCS (Managers Card), • NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management or equivalent, • Salary: Up to £72,000 (DOE – Senior Site Managers considered at this level), • Car Allowance: £7,565 per annum, • Bonus: 21% annual performance bonus, • Private Medical Insurance (single cover, with option to upgrade), • Life Assurance, • Pension Scheme This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected, privately owned developer with a strong pipeline of projects and a clear commitment to quality, career progression, and employee wellbeing. If you’re an experienced Site Manager or Senior Site Manager seeking a long-term opportunity with a stable and reputable builder, we’d love to hear from you.