Senior Site Manager – New Build Education (Contract) We are working with a well-established, Tier 1 main contractor with a strong track record delivering large-scale education and commercial projects across the UK. The business is known for delivering high-value, complex new build schemes, with a focus on quality, programme delivery, and health & safety. They have a strong pipeline of secured work and are now looking to appoint an experienced Senior Site Manager for a flagship education project in Essex. This is a long-term contract role (circa 4 years) on a major new build academy, currently in pre-construction and due to start on site shortly. The project is valued at up to £80m, with a significant weekly spend and a fast-paced delivery programme. Candidates MUST have delivered new build education projects up to £80m to be considered. Duties and responsibilities Manage the contract works on site in accordance with company procedures and monitor the construction process throughout Attend and lead site meetings, including organising and chairing progress / production meetings with subcontractors and suppliers Represent the project in client progress meetings where required Maintain a detailed daily site diary (Work Wallet) including photographic records Review and drive the construction programme, producing short and medium-term programmes Build and maintain strong relationships with site teams, client representatives, and stakeholders Support the commercial team with cost control and programme delivery Lead site teams to ensure the highest standards of health & safety, promoting a proactive safety culture (Red/Yellow/Green card system) Oversee the delivery and close-out of Quality Plans and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) Ensure works are delivered in line with drawings, specifications, and technical requirements Contribute to and manage the site logistics plan, ensuring full compliance across all site activities Drive programme, quality, and delivery on a large-scale, fast-paced new build project Tickets/Qualifications Degree qualified or equivalent in Construction or related discipline (or strong site-based experience) SMSTS (essential) CSCS Card (Black or Gold preferred) First Aid at Work Strong knowledge of construction processes, sequencing, and delivery Excellent communication and leadership skills Strong organisational and planning ability Proactive, problem-solving mindset Experience using Viewpoint 4P, SnagR, M-Site, and Work Wallet Experience Required Proven experience as a Site Manager / Senior Site Manager on new build projects from groundworks through to completion MUST have delivered new build education or commercial schemes up to £80m Experience working for a main contractor on large-scale builds Strong track record managing programme, quality, and site teams on high-value projects Experience working on fast-paced projects with significant weekly spend (£1m+ per week) Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and complex site logistics Comfortable working in a high-pressure, delivery-focused environment Experience in pre-construction / early project phases is advantageous What’s in it for you? £300 per day (long-term contract) 4-year secured project offering stability rarely seen in contract roles Opportunity to work on a flagship £80m education scheme Long-term pipeline with a major UK contractor Strong potential for follow-on projects upon completion If you are interested or know someone who is interested contact me below or email your CV to me