Construction Site Manager

About the role

Rehlko is looking for an experienced Construction Site Manager to take full responsibility for day-to-day operations across its construction and installation sites. The manager leads Rehlko and subcontractor teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to the highest standards, acting as the on-site authority for health and safety and driving quality and compliance. The role suits candidates who want to move into senior management or project leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations so that work is completed safely, to specification, on schedule and within budget
• Lead and manage Rehlko and subcontractor teams on site
• Serve as the primary health and safety authority, upholding Rehlko procedures and enforcing safe working practices
• Prepare and approve company RAMS and review or sign off subcontractor RAMS
• Manage the permit to work and isolation procedure systems
• Identify and manage risks, reporting significant issues or delays to the Project Manager or Technical Director
• Build relationships with clients, contractors and internal teams, plan works with the Projects team and report progress
• Attend occasional head office meetings in Derbyshire for project handovers or briefings
• Carry out pre-start checks and post-completion inspections

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Site Manager in construction or industrial M&E environments
• SMSTS certification (essential)
• Experience managing subcontractors, enforcing RAMS and leading on-site operations
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and project documentation
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a professional, client-facing manner
• Flexibility to travel and stay away
• Desirable: experience in power generation or M&E sectors

Required skills

• Strong working knowledge of ISO standards and health and safety legislation
• Strong IT skills, including ERP and SharePoint

What we offer

• Salary depending on experience
• Company vehicle and private healthcare
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays and death in service benefit
• Employee assistance programme and expenses covered when working away
• Career progression into senior or project management roles