Job Title: Site Manager
DIVISION: Building
LOCATION: Leeds
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent
REPORTING TO: Project Manager
BENEFITS: Car Allowance, Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, 35 days holiday + more
Job Summary
At GRAHAM Construction, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. With a strong track record across a wide range of sectors, we focus on delivering exceptional projects while upholding the highest standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
We are seeking an ambitious
Site Manager to join our Building Division and play a key role in the delivery of our £100 million student accommodation project in Leeds. You will be responsible for overseeing daily site operations, ensuring the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual who is passionate about leading major developments and delivering outstanding results
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all on-site construction activities, including scheduling and resource allocation.
- Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations and company policies.
- Monitor project progress, swiftly identifying and addressing any challenges.
- Maintain clear communication and alignment among project stakeholders, including clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
- Inspire and lead on-site teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence.
- Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
- Oversee site documentation, including permits, drawings, and progress reports.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement best practices to enhance site performance.
Requirements:
Essential Technical Competencies:
- Proven experience as a Site Manager in the construction industry.
- Strong knowledge of construction methodologies and best practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Solid understanding of health and safety regulations.
- Proficiency in project management software.
- Relevant qualifications and certifications (e.g., SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid).
Desirable:
- Experience delivering projects across Residential, Commercial, Healthcare or Education sectors.
- Working knowledge of BIM processes, 4D sequencing, or digital construction methodologies.
- Experience managing complex or multi phase developments.
Essential Behavioural Competencies
- Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate, influence, and drive team performance.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
- High level of organisation, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.
- Committed to a safety first culture, actively promoting safe behaviours on site.
Desirable:
- Ability to mentor and develop junior team members, supporting future talent pathways.
- Confident in representing the project at client meetings, progress reviews, and stakeholder forums.
- Innovative thinker who proactively identifies opportunities for improvement and efficiency.
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Site Manager and the range of duties to be undertaken.
Our Commitment
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.
If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
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A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.
GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant’s experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.
