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Senior Site Manager - Prison

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Posted on Jul 20, 2026 by CV-Library
Harrow, Greater London, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£70k - £80k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Site Manager

Location: London

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Site Manager to join our Building division and lead the successful delivery of construction projects from initial planning through to final completion. Reporting directly to the Senior Management Team, you will oversee all on-site activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

This is a leadership position requiring the ability to manage site teams, foster strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders, and uphold the highest standards of health and safety, quality, and operational performance. You will collaborate closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal departments to deliver exceptional project outcomes while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day management of construction sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and in accordance with contractual obligations.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with company policies relating to Health & Safety, Quality Assurance, Environmental Management, Sustainability, and the Business Management System.
Identify potential project risks and challenges, implementing proactive solutions to maintain programme and performance objectives.
Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure all compliance records are kept up to date.
Lead, mentor, and support site teams through effective supervision, performance management, and professional development initiatives.
Promote continuous improvement by driving best practices across all aspects of project delivery.

About You

The successful candidate will be an experienced construction professional with a strong technical background and a proven ability to deliver complex projects within a main contractor environment. You will possess excellent leadership skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.

Essential Skills & Experience

Significant experience as a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager working for a main contractor.
Strong technical understanding of construction methods, processes, and project delivery.
Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant construction discipline.
Valid SMSTS certification and CSCS Card.
Sound commercial and financial knowledge, including familiarity with NEC and JCT forms of contract.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing site teams.

Desirable

Previous experience delivering projects within secure facilities or prison environments.
Ability to obtain security clearance where required.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive rewards package designed to support your professional and personal wellbeing, including:

Competitive salary with car allowance.
26 days' annual leave, plus the option to buy or sell up to three additional days.
Additional long-service leave after 3, 7, and 10 years.
Private medical insurance, with the option to extend cover to family members.
Life assurance and a pension scheme with employer contributions matched up to 8%.
Enhanced family leave provisions.
Two paid volunteering days each year.
Flexible and agile working arrangements, where operationally appropriate.
Employee Assistance Programme and access to a range of employee discounts through the "Perks at Work" platform.
Flexible benefits including critical illness cover, dental and travel insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, and retail vouchers

Reference: 225391653

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Senior Site Manager - Prison

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 20, 2026 by CV-Library

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Harrow, Greater London, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£70k - £80k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Site Manager

Location: London

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Site Manager to join our Building division and lead the successful delivery of construction projects from initial planning through to final completion. Reporting directly to the Senior Management Team, you will oversee all on-site activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

This is a leadership position requiring the ability to manage site teams, foster strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders, and uphold the highest standards of health and safety, quality, and operational performance. You will collaborate closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal departments to deliver exceptional project outcomes while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day management of construction sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and in accordance with contractual obligations.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with company policies relating to Health & Safety, Quality Assurance, Environmental Management, Sustainability, and the Business Management System.
Identify potential project risks and challenges, implementing proactive solutions to maintain programme and performance objectives.
Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure all compliance records are kept up to date.
Lead, mentor, and support site teams through effective supervision, performance management, and professional development initiatives.
Promote continuous improvement by driving best practices across all aspects of project delivery.

About You

The successful candidate will be an experienced construction professional with a strong technical background and a proven ability to deliver complex projects within a main contractor environment. You will possess excellent leadership skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively.

Essential Skills & Experience

Significant experience as a Site Manager or Senior Site Manager working for a main contractor.
Strong technical understanding of construction methods, processes, and project delivery.
Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant construction discipline.
Valid SMSTS certification and CSCS Card.
Sound commercial and financial knowledge, including familiarity with NEC and JCT forms of contract.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Demonstrated experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing site teams.

Desirable

Previous experience delivering projects within secure facilities or prison environments.
Ability to obtain security clearance where required.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive rewards package designed to support your professional and personal wellbeing, including:

Competitive salary with car allowance.
26 days' annual leave, plus the option to buy or sell up to three additional days.
Additional long-service leave after 3, 7, and 10 years.
Private medical insurance, with the option to extend cover to family members.
Life assurance and a pension scheme with employer contributions matched up to 8%.
Enhanced family leave provisions.
Two paid volunteering days each year.
Flexible and agile working arrangements, where operationally appropriate.
Employee Assistance Programme and access to a range of employee discounts through the "Perks at Work" platform.
Flexible benefits including critical illness cover, dental and travel insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, and retail vouchers
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Reference: 225391653

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