Senior Site Manager
| Posting date: | 13 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £55,000 to £65,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 March 2026 |
| Location: | RG1 1AZ |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 227604-1121 |
Summary
Location: Reading and Surrounding (Site-based with regional travel)
Are you a highly experienced construction professional ready to take the lead and deliver excellence on site? We're looking for a proactive and driven Senior Site Manager to be the on-the-ground leader for major construction projects - ensuring safe, high quality and on-programme delivery from mobilisation to handover.
What You'll Be Doing•
Lead and manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to quality standards.
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Champion health, safety and environmental compliance across all site activities.
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Build and sustain strong working relationships with site teams, subcontractors, supply chain partners and clients.
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Oversee and coordinate subcontractors, trades and on-site staff to maintain delivery momentum and quality.
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Monitor progress, manage risks and solve site-related issues swiftly and effectively.
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Maintain up-to-date site documentation, programmes and reports, including project progress and H&S records.
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Work closely with project leadership to support planning, logistics and client expectations.
About You
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Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or similar role, with a track record of delivering complex construction projects safely and successfully.
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Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate and manage teams.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.
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Solid commercial awareness with the ability to monitor cost and programme performance.
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Sound knowledge of construction methods, site processes, UK health & safety regulations (SMSTS/CSCS desirable) and quality compliance.
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Full UK driving licence preferred.
Why Join Us?
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Competitive salary and benefits package reflecting your experience and impact.
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Opportunity to lead on high-profile projects and drive quality from the front line.
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Supportive, collaborative environment that values integrity, professional growth and excellence in delivery.
For further information relating to this role, please contact Rhian Newman of Thorn Baker on 07969 972412
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