Senior Site Manager
| Company: | ARC (Norwich) Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £80,000 to £85,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | CO15 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 22 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 22 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Senior Site Manager – Residential Development
Location: Colchester, Essex
Salary: £80000 / £85000 + Car Allowance + Comprehensive Benefits Package
Senior Site Manager – National Residential Developer
Are you an experienced Senior Site Manager looking to join one of the UK's leading residential developers?
We are working exclusively with a highly regarded national housebuilding PLC that has an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality residential developments across the UK. Due to continued growth and a strong land pipeline, they are seeking an ambitious Site Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale housing phases in the Colchester area.
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of developments ranging from approximately 130 to 250 units, working for a business that invests heavily in its people and offers genuine opportunities for career progression.
The Role
As Senior Site Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of residential construction phases from groundwork through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, to budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing all on-site construction activities and subcontractors
- Driving programme performance to achieve build targets and completions
- Maintaining exceptional health and safety standards across site
- Ensuring quality control and compliance with NHBC requirements
- Coordinating site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors effectively
- Managing site logistics and resources to maximise productivity
- Conducting regular progress meetings and reporting to senior management
- Delivering a high-quality product that exceeds customer expectations
- Supporting and developing Assistant Site Managers and other site personnel
- Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager within the residential housebuilding sector
- A track record of delivering volume housing developments for a recognised housebuilder
- Experience managing developments or phases of 100+ units
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent organisational and communication abilities
- A proactive approach with a focus on quality, safety, and programme delivery
- Valid SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications
- NHBC experience and knowledge of current building regulations
About You
The successful candidate will have:
To be considered for this role please apply with your CV or for more information contact Jenny Saban in our Cambridge office
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