Site Manager – Kildare

Role Overview

The Site Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of construction projects from site establishment through to final completion and handover. This role requires strong leadership across all on-site activities, ensuring works are delivered in line with programme, budget, design requirements, and the highest standards of health, safety, and quality.

You will play a key role in coordinating all site operations, managing subcontractors, and driving productivity while maintaining a strong focus on sequencing, logistics, and finish quality. Working closely with the Project Manager, you will ensure smooth project delivery and proactive resolution of site issues.

Key Responsibilities

Health & Safety

• Take full responsibility for on-site health & safety compliance and leadership
• Ensure full implementation and adherence to company HSEQ systems and procedures
• Conduct regular site inspections, toolbox talks, inductions, and safety briefings
• Promote a proactive safety culture across all trades and personnel on site
• Ensure all works are carried out in compliance with statutory regulations and best practice

Site Management & Delivery

• Manage day-to-day site operations from set-up through to completion and handover
• Plan and oversee site logistics, including access, deliveries, storage, and traffic management
• Coordinate labour, subcontractors, plant, and materials to maintain programme performance
• Monitor site productivity and resolve issues that may impact progress or quality
• Ensure effective sequencing of works, particularly during finishing stages, to avoid delays and rework

Quality Control

• Drive high standards of workmanship across all trades
• Implement and maintain robust quality assurance procedures and inspections
• Manage snagging, de-snagging, and handover processes efficiently
• Work closely with commercial and design teams to ensure buildability and compliance with specifications

Programme & Coordination

• Work in close collaboration with the Project Manager to deliver works in line with the construction programme
• Identify risks to programme and implement mitigation strategies early
• Coordinate subcontractors to ensure smooth workflow and minimal disruption between trades
• Maintain clear short-term planning and daily/weekly progress tracking

Leadership & Communication

• Lead, manage, and motivate site teams, including forepersons and subcontractors
• Foster strong working relationships across all stakeholders on site
• Chair and attend site meetings, progress reviews, and coordination meetings
• Ensure clear communication of expectations, sequencing, and site standards

Commercial Awareness

• Monitor site resources, labour levels, plant usage, and general site overheads
• Support efficient use of resources to avoid waste and unnecessary cost escalation
• Report progress, risks, and site performance accurately and in a timely manner

Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years’ experience in a Site Manager or similar leadership role within construction
• Proven track record delivering commercial, residential, industrial, refurbishment or fit-out projects
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, especially finishing stages and handovers
• Excellent knowledge of health & safety legislation and site compliance requirements
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and coordinate large site teams effectively
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and drive programme delivery

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Car allowance and additional benefits
• Opportunity to work on varied, high-quality projects
• Clear career progression within a growing and well-structured environment
• Exposure to complex builds and leadership responsibility from day one

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We believe that different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences strengthen our teams and improve the way we work.

We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race, or membership of the Traveller community.

If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.