Senior Site Manager

Caddick Construction is a family-owned business renowned for quality, integrity, and innovation in the construction sector. We are seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to join our team due to a number of exciting new projects in Newcastle.

At Caddick Construction, we value our people and prioritize collaboration, transparency, and career development. This is an excellent opportunity to become a vital part of our growing team.

What You'll Do
Senior Site Manager

• Understand and comply with the Company's Management Systems and Policies for Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental.
• Take responsibility for all of the management systems requirements for the duration of the contract period.
• Be responsible and accountable for health and safety on site both in terms of planning and delivery and to provide leadership to the site team and supply chain. *
• Take responsibility for the construction programme both in ensuring adherence to it and monitoring and regularly reporting on it.
• Develop and implement short term and target programmes with input from the supply chain and other members of the site team and ensure adherence to them.
• As and when required, and in conjunction with line management, develop and implement recovery, acceleration and completion programmes and ensure adherence to them. *
• Provide assistance to the Design Manager and the Project Quantity Surveyor in order to produce design programmes, information required schedules and procurement programmes respectively.
• Hold regular internal meetings with the site team to review Health and Safety, Quality, Programme and Environmental performance.
• Develop and deliver site inductions and tool box talks (this duty may be dependent on the project size and specific site responsibilities).
• Carry out role of mentor to new/junior members of staff.
• Fulfil the role of Temporary Works Coordinator (training will be provided).
• Plan and organise the site facilities and logistics and be accountable for hired plant.
• Ensure regular meetings with the supply chain to ensure the above takes place.
• Attend pre-commencement meetings with the supply chain and quantity surveyor.
• Attend client and design team meetings and present any requested reports.
• Co-operate with the local Quality Manager when reviewing compliance with the Quality Management System and action any findings or suggestions for improvement.
• Take responsibility for instilling in the site team and the supply chain the need to complete all relevant inspections and documentation to ensure all works are carried out properly and in accordance with the contract drawings and specification.
• Ensure that all non-compliant work is identified and rectified promptly.
• Liaise with the Aftercare Manager and ensure that the project is handed over such that they are only expected to deal with latent defects.
• Co-operate with the local Environmental Manager when reviewing compliance with the Environmental Management System and action any findings or suggestions for improvement.
• Co-operate with the local Business Development Manager and keep them informed of any opportunities for publicity of the company.
• Attend training courses as requested by the SHEQ/HR Departments.
• Co-operate with the SHEQ/HR Departments to allow other site team members' training and development needs to be met.
• Co-operate with the Supply Chain Manager and provide feedback on the supply chain's performance on a regular basis.
• Assistance will be given throughout the contract period from the Planner.

What We're Looking For
Skills and Experience

• Technical knowledge of construction build processes and defects.
• Ability to plan and manage multiple projects and have a good level of knowledge of health and safety practices and legislation.
• Understands and applies commercial principles in terms of cost, profit, market and added value.
• Experience of cost-control and planning.
• Ability to procure, interpret and disseminate contract information.
• Ability to schedule materials/ plant.
• A multi-skilled trade background and/or degree qualification or equivalent.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• CSCS Site Managers Card.
• SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely.
• First Aid Certificate.
• Fire Marshal.
• Temporary Works Coordinator (preferable).

Personal Attributes

• Ability to communicate with a range of people at all levels across the business and supply chain.
• Assertive and strong persuasion skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Adaptable and flexible.
• Client and customer focused in order to build productive relationships.
• Ability to make reasoned and informed judgements and decisions.

Why Join Caddick Group?
Competitive Compensation And Benefits
We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits to support your career.

Career Growth
As part of a growing organization, you'll have clear opportunities for professional development and progression.

A People-Centred Approach
We prioritize collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships, making Caddick Group a great place to grow your career.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Caddick Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of background, identity, or status.

Caddick Group Benefits
Health and Wellbeing:

We are committed to supporting our colleagues' health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential support for you and your family on a wide range of issues. We also promote cancer awareness through PSA (Prostate-specific Antigen) testing and host breast cancer awareness sessions.

Birthday Day Off
Enjoy a discretionary day off each year to celebrate your birthday

Additional Annual Leave Purchase Scheme
You can purchase up to 5 extra days of holiday and spread the cost throughout the year. We believe it's important to take time away from work for your wellbeing.

Caddick Hub
Our exclusive colleague discount programme helps you save money on everything from groceries and holidays to new technology and cinema trips.

Enhanced Family Friendly Leave
We offer enhanced parental, maternity and paternity leave to support you in balancing work and family life.

Ride To Work Scheme
Take advantage of tax and national insurance savings of up to 47% and spread the cost of a new cycle and accessories over 12 months.

Pension
Caddick Group contributes
5%
to your pension to support your long-term financial wellbeing.

Continuous Professional Development
We're passionate about your growth. You'll have access to learning and development opportunities to advance your skills and career.

Private Healthcare & Medicash
We offer a private healthcare scheme (treated as a benefit in kind).

Life Assurance
Enjoy peace of mind with life insurance providing death-in-service cover of up to 4x your salary, valid up to age 70.