Senior Site Manager

Description:

We don’t just build homes—we lead the way on site.

As a Senior Site Manager at Hill, you’ll take full ownership of large-scale, high-value residential projects—often £30m+—delivering quality, safety and performance from the ground up. Whether running a standalone scheme or leading a key phase within a wider development, you’ll set the tone on site and ensure everything runs to programme, to standard and to plan.

This is a leadership role for someone who’s hands-on, people-focused and ready to drive progress every day. You’ll lead teams, manage subcontractors, and bring clarity and control to every stage of delivery.

What you’ll do:

Lead construction activity on site, ensuring build quality, programme, and safety standards are met

Manage Assistant Site Managers, Trainees and subcontractors—setting expectations and supporting development

Chair subcontractor meetings, record outcomes and hold teams accountable for delivery

Drive health, safety and environmental compliance across the entire site

Oversee build sequencing, short-term and long-term programming, and utility coordination

Ensure compliance with NHBC, Zurich, statutory authority and technical standards

Coordinate drawings, Employer’s Requirements and buildability reviews

Lead site presentation and set the tone for site culture and professionalism

Monitor progress, maintain accurate records, and report status to Project or Contracts Managers

Support cost control, plant usage, materials tracking and resource planning

Act as a visible leader—engaging with clients, consultants and internal departments to solve problems and keep momentum
What we’re looking for:

HND/Degree in Construction or equivalent

Proven experience leading site teams on £30m+ residential developments

Strong knowledge of NHBC and statutory compliance

Skilled in subcontractor engagement, performance reviews and programming

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Clear understanding of Health & Safety legislation and best practice

Competent in Microsoft Office and construction management tools

CSCS card, SMSTS, Scaffold Inspection and Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)

Collaborative, professional and calm under pressure

A role model who drives standards and builds pride on site
What you’ll get:

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Healthcare cashback plan and wellbeing platform

Hill Incentive Scheme and retail discounts

Paid volunteering days and structured career development

A collaborative environment where your growth is supported, and your work has real impact
What you’ll get:

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Healthcare cashback plan and wellbeing platform

Hill Incentive Scheme and retail discounts

Paid volunteering days and structured career development

A collaborative environment where your growth is supported, and your work has real impact
Why Hill?
At Hill, we offer more than just a job — we offer the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Every person here contributes to delivering sustainable, high-quality homes and shaping vibrant communities across the UK.

Our culture is underpinned by our values:

Ambition – we set bold goals and support each other to exceed them

Impact – we focus on delivering meaningful outcomes

Agility – we move quickly, adapt confidently, and embrace change

Collaboration – we work together to achieve more, sharing success along the way
As a privately owned business, we’re able to move with pace and purpose. We invest in people, support career growth, and empower individuals to lead from wherever they stand. Hard-working, driven people thrive here — and are recognised for what they deliver and how they deliver it.

Join Hill and be part of a forward-thinking, values-led team. Together, we’re not just building homes — we’re building a lasting legacy.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can provide adjustments throughout the recruitment process