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Senior Site Manager in London

On-site in London·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 22 Oct)

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Work mode
On-site, London
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
Experience
Senior level
Closing date
Apply by Sunday 22 November
Holiday
26 days holiday
Pension
Pension matched up to 8%
Commute
Cycle to work scheme

Skills

Tilbury Douglas is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in London.

Requirements

What we're looking for

You will be an experienced construction professional with strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and a proven track record of delivering projects within a main contractor environment.

You will bring

  • Extensive experience as a Site Manager/Senior Site Manager working for a main contractor, with strong technical construction knowledge
  • Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant construction discipline, SMSTS qualification, and a valid CSCS Card
  • Strong commercial and financial awareness, with an understanding of construction contracts including NEC and JCT
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with experience managing and developing teams
  • Experience working in secure or prison environments (desirable) and the ability to obtain security clearance if required

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Competitive salary and car allowance
  • 26 days annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 3 days
  • Additional long service leave at 3, 7, and 10 years
  • Private medical insurance (with option to extend to family)
  • Life assurance and pension matched up to 8%
  • Enhanced family leave policies
  • 2 volunteering days per year
  • Flexible and agile working (role dependent)
  • Employee Assistance Programme and "Perks at Work" discount platform
  • Flexible benefits including critical illness cover, dental insurance, travel insurance, cycle to work scheme, and retail vouchers

The role

We are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Site Manager to join our Building team, taking ownership of the successful delivery of projects from inception through to completion. Reporting to the Senior Management Team, this is a key leadership role responsible for managing site operations, driving safety and quality standards, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

You will lead site teams, build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, and champion continuous improvement across all aspects of project delivery. Working closely with customers, subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams, you will play a pivotal role in achieving successful project outcomes while promoting the company's culture, values, and operational excellence.

What you'll do

  • Lead and manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, and in line with contractual requirements
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and project stakeholders
  • Implement company policies and procedures relating to Health & Safety, Quality, Sustainability, Environmental Management, and the Business Management System
    Proactively identify and resolve project issues, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and maintain accurate compliance records
  • Manage and develop site teams, including line management, performance reviews, and mentoring of junior staff

Location

Location: Chelmsford

About Tilbury Douglas

Industry
Construction

In their own words

About the company & team

Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company delivering vital projects across sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water, and environment.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that encourages innovation, values individual differences, and supports professional development. We are proud to have retained our Investors in Diversity Silver Award.

Please note: this role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance, including identity, employment history, and criminal record checks. We do not hold a sponsorship licence.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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