Site Manager
- Sligo
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Site-Based, Sligo
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive + Transport + BenefitsA reputable Irish main contractor is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead daily site operations on a key project in Sligo. This role will suit someone with a comprehensive background in construction delivery, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to health, safety, quality, and finishing excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesSite Leadership & Client Focus
- Deliver high-quality outcomes that meet both client expectations and project objectives.
- Foster positive relationships with clients, design teams, and site personnel.
- Ensure contracts are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and snag-free.
- Supervise day-to-day site activities, labor, and subcontractors.
- Plan, coordinate, and schedule site execution in line with programme.
- Maintain strong working relationships with QS, subcontractors, and supply chain.
- Report progress accurately to the Contracts Manager.
- Promote the company’s “Zero Harm” culture and ensure compliance with all safety standards.
- Conduct daily briefings and enforce method statements and risk assessments.
- Maintain excellent housekeeping and promptly report incidents.
- Prepare safety documentation as needed.
- Oversee engineering tasks: setting out, surveying, and technical supervision.
- Ensure materials and workmanship adhere to specifications and standards.
- Manage RFI and submittal registers to ensure timely responses.
- Coordinate with site engineers and subcontractors to resolve technical issues.
- Act as the primary on-site liaison with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and planners.
- Oversee materials and plant requisitions, ensuring timely availability.
- Monitor project programme and escalate any delays.
- Support the Contracts Manager and Planner with programme updates.
- Experience: 2–5 years in a Site Manager role.
- Qualifications: Degree or certification in Construction / Project Management (desirable).
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of construction processes and quality control.
- IT Skills: Proficient in MS Office and familiarity with scheduling software.
- Personal Skills: Excellent communicator, self-starter, under-pressure decision-maker with a good eye for finishes.
- Leadership: Able to motivate a team and aware of commercial and market issues.
- Competitive Salary + Transport Allowance
- Company Laptop & Phone
- Supportive working culture with flexible home-office options (Sligo/Maynooth)
- Career development and mentoring support
- CPD training opportunities
- Life Insurance (Death in Service Benefit)
- Lifestyle perks: Bike-to-Work Scheme, Gym Membership
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Loyalty reward scheme (additional service leave)
- Referral bonus scheme
- Active social club