Senior Site Manager

Your new company
You will be joining a well‑established Tier 1 contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex education, healthcare, and community projects across Scotland. The business is growing steadily and has secured a significant new‑build school development in Aberdeenshire. Known for its collaborative culture, high standards and long-term pipeline of work, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected contractor at a key stage of project delivery.

Your new role
As Senior Site Manager, you will take day‑to‑day responsibility for overseeing the delivery of a large multi‑million‑pound school project in Aberdeenshire. Leading onsite operations, you will coordinate subcontractors, ensure works progress in line with programme milestones, and uphold the highest levels of safety and quality. You'll play a central role in resolving onsite challenges, managing site teams, liaising with stakeholders and maintaining accurate reporting for the wider project management team.

What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience in a Senior Site Manager role on large‑scale new‑build projects
Strong understanding of construction sequencing, technical drawings and quality assurance processes
Excellent leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills
Ability to build effective relationships with subcontractors, the client and internal teams
A proactive approach to health & safety and regulatory compliance
SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications
What you'll get in return
You'll join a respected main contractor offering a competitive salary, car or allowance, pension, and strong employee benefits. You will be part of a high‑performing team delivering a flagship education project, with opportunities for ongoing career development and progression.

This role offers stability, challenge and the chance to contribute to a project that will have a lasting positive impact on the local community.

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