Site Manager

Site Manager - Structural & Architectural Steelwork
Location: Leighton Buzzard
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: £48,000 - £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Benefits: Company car and paid travel to site

LRL are working with a leading structural and architectural steelwork specialist to recruit an experienced Site Manager. This is a permanent role based in Leighton Buzzard, offering a fantastic opportunity to lead key projects while working with a well-established team in the engineering and construction sector.

• Manage daily site operations to ensure safe, timely, high-quality, and cost-effective project delivery

• Complete and review method statements and risk assessments for all site activities

• Ensure compliance with company policies and Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation

• Report and document all incidents, near-misses, and accidents, escalating major issues to the Project Manager

• Oversee plant, equipment maintenance contracts and scheduled servicing

• Liaise with the Project Manager and attend site meetings to resolve site-based challenges

• Monitor labour hours, downtime, rework, and productivity using StruMIS software

• Approve and submit accurate weekly job reports and timesheets

• Manage on-site HR including training needs, absences, grievances, and performance discussions

• Ensure installation quality is evidenced through documentation, photos, and final inspections

• Operate a 3D scanner to support design accuracy and feedback to the Drawing Office

• Generate weekly KPIs across health and safety and lifting operations

• Provide costing information for any variations or additional works

• Conduct site inductions, safety briefings, Toolbox Talks, and regular HSE audits

• Survey small-scale jobs and assist with steel erection when required

• Continuously review and improve installation processes

• Manage and forecast plant/equipment requirements and off-hire processes

• Allocate labour effectively to meet programme schedules

• Collaborate with Estimators, Project Managers and Design Team to confirm installation and fixings approach

• Perform other site-related tasks as necessary to fulfil the position

• SMSTS Certification

• Valid CSCS Card (or equivalent)

• Safety at Heights / Harness Use Certification

• CPCS Card (Slinger/Signaller)

• IPAF MEWP PAL+ Operator Licence

• Competency in Abrasive Wheels

• Alloy Towers Certificate

• Full UK Driving Licence

• Strong leadership and people management skills

• Good commercial awareness

• Experience using project management software (StruMIS, Fieldwire)

• Knowledge of structural steel installation practices

• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance

• Competitive salary: £48,000 - £55,000 depending on experience

• Company car provided

• Travel to site paid

• Long-term career with a reputable steelwork contractor

• Opportunity to influence project success and lead from the front

Interested?
Apply today or speak with the LRL Recruitment team to find out more.