Senior Site Manager

Watkin Jones plc; Chester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - GBP 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading development and construction firm in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Site Manager for their residential projects in the North West. The successful candidate will manage the build process, ensuring compliance with all regulations and company policies. Responsibilities include monitoring the construction programme, managing subcontractors, and reporting progress. Ideal candidates will possess Level 3 or 4 qualifications in a construction-related field, along with the SMSTS and CSCS certifications. This role offers competitive benefits such as a discretionary bonus, health plan, and professional development support.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

Health cash plan

Life insurance

25 days of annual leave

Flexible working from home

Discounted gym memberships

Company car or allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Site Manager in a construction or development environment.
• First Aid certificate and evidence of additional training in health and safety.
• Experience managing subcontractors and supervising teams.

Responsibilities

• Support the build process adhering to regulations and company procedures.
• Monitor and manage the construction programme and delegate tasks as needed.
• Produce timely and accurate progress reports and manage subcontractors.

Skills

Microsoft Office applications

Reading and interpreting construction plans

Strong communication skills

Education

Level 3 or 4 qualification in construction-related discipline (e.g. NVQ, Apprenticeship, HNC)

Tools

SMSTS certification

CSCS card

Job description

Overview

Watkin Jones is looking to appoint a Senior Site Manager to support with the delivery of homes developments based across the North West.

As Senior Site Manager, you will support in the build process in strict adherence to regulations, agreed standards, and company policies and procedures. Working closely with the wider team, you will monitor and manage the construction programme, ensuring tasks are delegated appropriately based on project needs, resources, and team capability. You will produce timely and accurate progress reports, manage subcontractors, and clearly communicate instructions aligned with the construction schedule. The role also involves arranging and attending subcontractor pre-start meetings with the wider project team, maintaining oversight of drawings and plans, and ensuring cost awareness to minimise waste and support budget control.

About you

The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 or 4 qualification (e.g. NVQ, Apprenticeship, or HNC) in a relevant construction-related discipline, supported by a valid SMSTS and CSCS card. A First Aid certificate and evidence of additional training, such as health and safety or equipment use are desirable. Essential skills include the ability to use Microsoft Office applications and confidently read and interpret construction plans and drawings. The candidate must have demonstrable experience working in a construction or development environment, including operating as a Site Manager, managing subcontractors, supervising teams, and working collaboratively to achieve shared objectives.

Benefits

• Professional Growth: Individual support for your career advancement.
• Rewards: Discretionary annual bonus, health cash plan, life insurance, and more.
• Work-Life Balance: 25 days of annual leave (increasing with tenure), flexible working from home, and discounted gym memberships.
• Wellbeing: Access to ‘Your Wellbeing’ programme & OpenUp – a confidential wellbeing platform
• Benefits: Company car or allowance, exclusive shopping discounts, and a contributory pension scheme.

About Us

Watkin Jones Group is the UK's leading developer, builder, and manager of residential-for-rent homes, with a rich history dating back to 1791. With 54,000 PBAS beds and BTR units since inception across 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over 20,000 units across 58 schemes, representing £3.2bn of assets under management.