Role: Senior Site Manager Location: HMP Parkhurst & HMP Albany, Isle of Wight Day Rate: £270 Duration: 12-month temporary role, with the opportunity to extend

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Site Manager to be based across the Isle of Wight at HMP Parkhurst and HMP Albany. This role will involve the day-to-day management of multiple construction projects across the estate, with individual project values of up to approximately £500k.

This is a site-based role, working closely with the Project Manager and contractors' site teams to ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of works across both establishments.

Duties of a Senior Site Manager include (but are not limited to):

Pre-construction liaison with Project Managers, clients, designers, consultants, and prison departments

Assisting with the scoping, tendering, and mobilisation of new projects

Day-to-day management of contractors and site activities

Overseeing compliance with RAMS, CPP, site inductions, and Health & Safety requirements

Ensuring quality assurance standards are met throughout project delivery

Liaising with the lead escort regarding access permissions for operatives, tools, and vehicles

Monitoring progress on site and reporting updates to the Project Manager

Supporting project handovers, including completion of O&M manuals and asset registers

The Successful Senior Site Manager Should Possess the Following:

Essential:

CSCS Manager or Professional card

SMSTS or SSSTS certification

First Aid qualification

Knowledge of CDM regulations

Asbestos Awareness training

EL1 security clearance in place prior to starting, or willingness to undergo vetting

Desirable:

Knowledge of NEC3 contracts and tendering processes

Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS) certification

Previous experience working within prison or secure environments

Due to the nature of the role, all applicants must be able to pass enhanced security vetting prior to starting.

If you are an experienced Senior Site Manager based on the Isle of Wight and are available for a long-term contract, please apply and a member of the team will be in touch.

SkyBlue Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer