About the role
Job Title: Site Manager
Purpose of the Position
The key function of this role is to oversee daily construction operations, ensuring projects are completely safely, on time, and within budget. The successful candidate will manage on-site teams and subcontractors, enforce health and safety regulations, monitor progress, order materials, and liaise with clients and architects.
Responsibilities & Duties
Including but not limited to the following:
- Conduct risk assessments, implement safety procedures, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain site security.
- Co-ordinate, supervise, and schedule subcontracts and staff.
- Set project benchmarks, monitor progress against milestones, and manage budgets.
- Order materials, manage site equipment, solve daily operational issues, and ensure work meets quality standards.
- Ace as the main point of contact between clients, architects, and on-site workers.
- Prepare detailed progress reports and ensure all licenses and permits are secured.
- Handle unexpected issues like material shortages, equipment failure, or staffing issues promptly.
- Help motivate the subcontractors and staff.
Governance
Interfaces and relationships with key stakeholders:
- Subcontractors
- Site supervisors
- Foremen
- Labourers
- Structural engineers
- Surveyors
- Designers
- Clients
- Local authorities
- Safety officers
Person Specification
Qualifications and experience
- Experience in National Grid Substations
- Hold relevant National Grid certifications
- A minimum of an NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Construction Site Management or a bachelor’s degree in construction management, Building Studies, or Civil Engineering.
- Ability to manage staff, subcontractors, and project resources.
- An in-depth knowledge of safety regulations and risk management.
- Strong organisational skills to ensure projects stay on schedule.
- Strong understanding of construction methods, building regulations, and IT software.
- Previous experience as a site supervisor or assistant site manager on a busy construction site.
Values
In line with Omexom’s values, the jobholder must possess the following qualities:
- Team Spirit & Generosity – able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support and drive performance.
- Trust and Empowerment – enjoy managing their responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally.
- Integrity and Responsibility – enjoy taking responsibility for their duties and managing these effectively to ensure efficient high quality results.
- Innovation & Entrepreneurship – continually strive to improve processes and introduce new initiatives to improve efficiency.