Site Manager - Southampton

Site Manager - SouthamptonSalary: £60,000-£65,000 + Car Allowance
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
Project Type: Commercial & Education Schemes (New Build & Refurbishment)
A respected regional contractor based in the South is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to lead a range of high quality projects across Southampton and the surrounding Hampshire area. Known for delivering complex builds with precision and professionalism, this contractor offers the chance to take ownership of schemes from pre construction through to handover, working within a supportive and collaborative team environment.
About the ContractorThis established main contractor operates across Hampshire, Dorset, and the wider South, delivering projects typically between £1m-£10m. Their core sectors include:

Education - primary, secondary, and specialist facilities

Commercial - offices, industrial units, mixed use developments

Leisure & Community - sports centres, community hubs, and public use buildings

Healthcare - clinics, wards, and specialist refurbishment work

With a strong pipeline of long-term frameworks and negotiated projects, they offer stability, progression, and a strong emphasis on quality and teamwork.
The RoleAs Senior Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for day-to-day site operations, ensuring the successful delivery of a new commercial or education scheme in Southampton. You will act as the lead on site, driving programme, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring a safe and productive working environment.Key Responsibilities:

Leading site activities from groundworks to completion

Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers, and site labour

Monitoring progress against programme and budget

Upholding high standards of health & safety

Managing quality control and resolving technical issues

Providing clear communication with the Project Manager, design team, and client

Building strong working relationships and representing the business professionally

Required Certifications:

SMSTS

CSCS (Black or equivalent)

First Aid at Work

How to ApplyIf you're interested in this opportunity, please apply via the link or reach out to James Mitchell at the Southampton Hays office for a confidential discussion.
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