Site Manager

Company: Bennett And Game Recruitment
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Location: Exeter
Job Description:

Position Details

Position: Site Manager – Location: Exeter, United Kingdom – Salary: Up to £55,000 (dependent on experience) – Day Rate: Up to £250 a day – Working Arrangement: Site based – Employment Type: Permanent or Contract.

Job Overview

A Site Manager is required for a leading drylining contractor to oversee a £3million drylining package on a major £80million student accommodation development in Exeter. The project is expected to run for approximately 2years and forms part of a strong pipeline of upcoming work across the Southwest.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day‑to‑day site operations on a large‑scale student accommodation project.
  • Coordinate labour, materials, plant, and subcontractors to ensure programme targets are achieved.
  • Monitor quality, health & safety, and compliance across all drylining works.
  • Maintain site documentation including progress reports, RFIs, variations, and site diaries.
  • Liaise closely with the Principal Contractor, consultants, and wider project team.
  • Produce short‑term programmes and monitor progress against project milestones.
  • Support and mentor site teams while maintaining strong working relationships on site.

Requirements

  • NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management or equivalent.
  • SMSTS, CSCS Black Card, and First Aid certification.
  • Strong drylining experience with excellent technical understanding of systems and specifications.
  • Previous experience managing large‑scale construction projects.
  • Good understanding of health & safety procedures and site reporting systems.
  • Strong communication, organisation, and leadership skills.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office and project management software.

Salary & Benefits

Salary up to £55,000 depending on experience.

Quarterly discretionary bonus scheme, discussed at interview stage.

23 days holiday plus bank holidays.

5% employer pension contribution.

Long‑term project stability with further work in the pipeline.

Career development opportunities within a dynamic and growing company.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026