Site Manager

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Site Manager to join the team at Galliford Try. Ideally, you will be based in or around North West and will have the opportunity to travel across multiple sites and projects in the Region.
What you will be doing:

Ensure the site is organised and always in good order.
Understand your position within the construction team and the expectations.
Assist and lead with the various disciplines within the construction processes.
Communicate with the construction team and direct junior members when appropriate.
Take direction and instruction from line managers and challenge if necessary.
Direct necessary labour, plant, staff and equipment to achieve both plot and project completion on time, to specification and within budget.
Train and develop junior members of the team to meet current and assessed future requirements.
Monitor that the Buying team and Surveying department order the correct materials and sub-contract services in good time to meet contract objectives.
Ensure compliance with Group Safety Policy and Health and Safety Regulations.
Manage staff and operatives by developing the skills and attitudes of managers, fostering a high-morale working environment.
Monitor site teams against contract targets and instigate any necessary corrective actions.
Ensure staff training and development occur as planned during annual appraisal and review stages.
Achieve maximum marks on the twice-monthly Health and Safety audit.

Applicants must have significant experience working on design and build projects for a main contractor, as well as in the management of health and safety, and the design and procurement processes.
Applicants must have experience managing all aspects of the build process, coordinating the packages from procurement through to installation on site and handover. Experience in Education and or MOJ projects is welcomed.

Trade experience and site experience preferable.
Up-to-date knowledge of health and safety obligations and building legislation.
CSCS Card at Site Manager level.
Valid SMSTS certificate.

Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction businesses, driven by values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and communities. We continually strive to be people-oriented and progressive, promoting excellence and integrity in all we do.

What we can offer in return:
With an impressive order book of over £3.8 billion, Galliford Try is a leading principal contractor providing stability and opportunities to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects.
Our benefits:

Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, with the option to purchase additional holidays.
A wide range of corporate discounts.
Cycle-to-Work schemes.
Comprehensive pension plan.
Regular Save-as-You-Earn share purchase scheme.
Private medical scheme options for all salaried employees and an employee assistance programme offering free 24/7 support.
Paid yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role.