Site Manager

Site Manager – Brighton

Synergy Personnel Ltd are recruiting on behalf of our client for a permanent Standalone Site Manager to join their growing team.

📍 Location: Brighton / East Sussex

💰 Project Value: £4m initially, with further projects up to £10m Which

you will be part of a team

🏗️ Sector: New Build / Education

📅 Permanent Position

Our client has secured a £4m new-build education project in Brighton and, due to continued growth across the eastern part of their geographical area, they are looking to appoint an experienced Standalone Site Manager on a permanent basis.

With a further two potential projects already in the pipeline and visibility of schemes up to £10m,

this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager looking for a long-term position with a growing contractor.

The Role

As the Standalone Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful day-to-day delivery of the project, ensuring that works are completed safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working autonomously and taking ownership of the site, while also having the experience and capability to step into larger projects as part of a wider delivery team.

The Ideal Candidate

Experienced Site Manager with a strong background in construction

Experience delivering new-build projects

Education sector experience would be advantageous

Comfortable managing a project as a Standalone Site Manager

Experience on projects valued around £4m–£10m

Ideally permanently employed rather than currently working freelance

Based ideally around Chichester or west of Brighton, within approximately an hour's commute

Strong IT skills and confident using project management software

Experience with Asta Powerproject and construction programmes

Strong understanding of health & safety, quality and programme management

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Essential Qualifications / Certifications

CSCS Black Card

SMSTS

Asbestos Awareness

First Aid

Fire Marshall

Temporary Works Coordinator certification/experience would be highly desirable.

Why Apply?

This is a genuine permanent opportunity with a contractor experiencing continued growth across the region. The initial project is a £4m new-build education facility, with further schemes already being explored and potential projects up to £10m.

For the right candidate, this offers the opportunity to become a key member of the team and play an important role in the company's continued expansion into the East.

Synergy Personnel Ltd are recruiting for our client.

If you are an experienced Site Manager looking for a permanent position and are based within a commutable distance of Brighton, we would be keen to hear from you