Site Manager

Site Manager (Externals) – Leading Tier 1 Contractor – Wales An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Manager with an engineering background and strong externals bias to join a market-leading Tier 1 main contractor delivering high-profile projects across Wales. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, financially secure business with a strong pipeline of secured work and genuine long-term career progression prospects. The Role – Site Manager (Externals) As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for managing and coordinating externals packages across a range of projects, including: * New build schools * Education sector developments * General building projects * Public sector schemes You will play a key role in delivering high-quality external works packages including groundworks, drainage, hard and soft landscaping, external envelopes, cladding interfaces, paving, and associated infrastructure. This role would suit a candidate who has progressed from an Engineering background (Site Engineer / Senior Engineer) into site management and retains strong technical knowledge of setting out, groundworks, and external construction methodology. Key Responsibilities * Overseeing and managing all external works packages on site * Coordinating subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and within budget * Ensuring health & safety compliance in line with company and statutory regulations * Liaising with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Design Teams * Managing programme and sequencing of external works * Conducting quality inspections and ensuring high standards of finish * Supporting overall site delivery and contributing to successful project completion Requirements * Proven experience as a Site Manager working for a main contractor * Strong engineering background (previous experience as Site Engineer or similar) * Demonstrable experience managing externals packages * Experience delivering schools or general building projects preferred * SMSTS, CSCS (Black or Gold), and First Aid * Strong communication and leadership skills * Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and maintain programme About the Company This organisation is a Tier 1, market-leading construction contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the UK. Known for investing in their people, they offer: * Genuine long-term career progression * Structured development and training * Strong project pipeline in Wales * Stable and secure employment * Competitive salary and benefits package Why Apply? * Work on high-profile education and public sector projects * Join a respected Tier 1 contractor * Long-term career prospects with internal promotion opportunities * Strong regional presence in Wales * Supportive and collaborative team environment If you are a Site Manager with an engineering background and a strong externals focus, looking to join a forward-thinking Tier 1 contractor in Wales, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this opportunity