Senior Site Manager

Rwarmstrong; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Senior Site Manager for their projects in Haywards Heath. The role involves overseeing high-value construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and leading multidisciplinary teams. Candidates should have extensive experience in high-end construction, strong technical skills, and proven leadership capabilities. The company offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive rewards package, including training opportunities, healthcare programs, and employee assistance, highlighting their commitment to staff wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Comprehensive rewards package

Access to training and development

Employee Assistance Programme

Additional holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing high-end construction projects valued £5m plus.
• Strong technical and construction knowledge across multiple disciplines.
• Proven leadership capability driving performance and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end site delivery of high-value projects.
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Manage commercial responsibilities including procurement and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Technical expertise

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

SMSTS certification

First Aid certification

Tools

Powerproject

Job description

Job Title:Senior Site Manager
Location: Haywards Heath
Salary:Competitive
Hours:41
Minimum Requirements:Proven experience delivering high end, complex construction projects with strong leadership, technical capability and essential site certifications.

As a leader in high-end construction, heritage conservation and specialist crafts in London and the South of England, we take pride in working on Britain's finest private residences, luxury hotels and most cherished historic architecture. We believe our people are our greatest asset, as it's their dedication to excellence that has been the foundation for our outstanding reputation.

This Senior Site Manager role oversees end to end site delivery on high value, high specification projects, ensuring quality, safety and programme adherence. The position leads multidisciplinary teams and drives operational excellence across all site activities. It requires strong technical acumen, decisive leadership and a proven track record in complex construction environments.

Just some of the responsibilities we’ll trust you with:

• You’ll take full ownership of day to day site operations, driving delivery with autonomy and accountability.
• You’ll lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team, ensuring performance, development and alignment with company values.
• You’ll plan, coordinate and manage programme activities, maintaining forward visibility and robust project tracking.
• You’ll uphold exemplary safety standards, ensuring full compliance and proactive risk management across the site.
• You’ll champion quality management, embedding best practice and ensuring craftsmanship meets the highest specifications.
• You’ll manage commercial responsibilities, including procurement, sequencing, reporting and contractual obligations.

You’ll join our Central Region team, delivering a wide ranging portfolio of high value country projects, from £500k to £100m. Our work spans Grade I and II Listed buildings, extensive refurbishments, contemporary new builds, sporting estates, boutique hotels, and grand manor houses, each requiring exceptional attention to detail and craftsmanship.

You’ll be based on-site at one of our prestigious projects, joining a warm and professional team known for their expertise, collaboration, and commitment to excellence.

Some of the rewards of working with us:

• Grow your skills and your career with access to full training and development programmes designed to help you reach your full potential.
• Be part of an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, valued, and encouraged to share ideas and make a real impact.
• Enjoy a comprehensive rewards package including a competitive salary, company pension, sick pay, life cover, enhanced maternity/paternity pay, and long service recognition.
• Earn more time off with a holiday allowance that increases with your length of service – plus all bank holidays.
• Save on everyday essentials with exclusive discounts at leading retailers and supermarkets.
• Get 24/7 support through our Employee Assistance Programme, offering expert advice, counselling, and practical help whenever you need it.
• Enjoy a restful holiday break—we close during the Christmas period, giving you the chance to relax over the festive season
• We prioritise your wellbeing with our healthcare programmes, annual flu vaccines, and for those who will benefit, a personalised menopause plan.

The areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• You’ll bring extensive experience managing complex, high end construction projects valued £5m plus.
• You’ll demonstrate strong technical, construction and problem solving expertise across multiple disciplines.
• You’ll have proven leadership capability, driving performance, communication and collaboration on site.
• You’ll be proficient in programme development and software such as Powerproject.
• You’ll understand SHE regulations, contractual frameworks and pre construction processes.
• You’ll hold core certifications including SMSTS and First Aid, supported by comprehensive construction knowledge.

Proven experience delivering high end, complex construction projects with strong leadership, technical capability and essential site certifications.