Site Manager – Job Description

Key responsibilities

Run every site in line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (Construction) Regulations 2013 and the project's Safety and Health Plan

Carry out site inductions, toolbox talks and daily safety checks, and keep registers, permits and inspection records up to date

Make sure risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) are in place and followed before work starts

Report and investigate accidents, incidents and near misses, and act on the findings

Plan and sequence the works, and keep the programme up to date week by week alongside contracts manager

Coordinate our own crew and subcontractors so each trade is on site at the right time

Order materials, plant and equipment in good time and check deliveries against orders alongside commercial department.

Flag delays, design issues and variations early to the Contracts Manager

Check work against drawings, specifications and Building Regulations as it goes, not just at the end

Manage snagging and handover, including completion paperwork and any certification needed

Liaise with architects, engineers and Building Control inspectors on site visits

Help keep jobs within budget by controlling waste, labour hours and materials

Keep a daily site diary, timesheets and progress photos

Record variations and extra works so they can be priced and charged

Lead and motivate the site team, setting clear daily priorities

Be the friendly, professional face of the company for clients and neighbours

Keep sites tidy, secure and respectful of the local area