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Site Manager in Gloucester

Job Description

Ivy Resource Group are working with a well-established main contractor in Gloucestershire to recruit an experienced Site Manager for a permanent role based in Gloucester. You will be managing a range of commercial projects.

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The company:

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Our client is a leading regional contractor and family-owned business that has a passion for innovation and a drive for achieving excellence. They have been in business for over 50 years and work across a variety of sectors, including: Commercial, Leisure, Education, Healthcare and Retail.

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The Role:

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  • Manage the day-to-day running of construction sites and ensure work progresses according to programme.
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  • Coordinate subcontractors, trades, suppliers and site operatives.
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  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.
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  • Plan and organise site activities, labour, materials and plant.
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  • Monitor progress against the construction programme and address delays or issues.
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  • Ensure all work complies with health and safety legislation, site rules and company procedures.
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  • Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and safety inspections.
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  • Maintain high standards of quality and workmanship, identifying and resolving defects.
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  • Liaise with project managers, quantity surveyors, architects, engineers, clients and consultants.
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  • Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications and programmes.
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  • Manage deliveries and ensure materials and equipment are available when needed.
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  • Keep accurate site records, reports, diaries and progress updates.
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  • Deal with site problems and unexpected issues, finding practical solutions.
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  • Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure work is completed to specification.
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  • Help coordinate commissioning, snagging and handover when the project is nearing completion.
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The Ideal Candidate:

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  • Experienced Site Manager with a strong background in construction and major projects.
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  • Has experience managing large or complex construction projects from start to completion.
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  • Strong leadership skills, able to manage subcontractors, trades and site teams effectively.
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  • Takes ownership and responsibility for the day-to-day running of the site.
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  • Excellent understanding of health and safety, including RAMS, inductions, toolbox talks and site inspections.
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  • Able to keep projects on programme, within budget and to a high standard of quality.
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  • Good commercial awareness and understanding of costs and site records.
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  • Confident reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications and programmes.
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  • Strong planning and organisational skills, particularly when coordinating multiple trades and activities.
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  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors and colleagues.
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  • Problem-solver who can make practical decisions when issues arise on site.
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  • High attention to quality and detail.
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  • Comfortable working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
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  • Proactive, reliable and professional in their approach.
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Salary & Package:

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    £50,000 - £70,000 per annum

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    Competitive benefits package

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    Opportunity to work on high-profile, high-value projects

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    Employee referral scheme

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    Group life insurance

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    Employee dividend

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    Company bonus scheme

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    Uniform (including all PPE)

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    Staying away/ subsistence allowances

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    Overtime rates (subject to working hour conditions)

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  • 27 days (+BHs) annual leave, Car Leasing scheme via salary sacrifice, Death in Service (4x), Cycle to Work, Cash Plan (claim back), Pension 3% Ee / 5% Er
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How to apply:

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Please submit your CV and a member of our team will respond to you.

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Ivy Resource Group are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of , , , belief, , sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business.

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Site Manager in Gloucester

Gloucester, MA
Full time

Published on 09/16/2026

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