Job Description:

Location: University of Manchester
Project Value: £5 million
Start Date: November 2026
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Site Manager to oversee a £5 million construction project at the University of Manchester, working on the John Garside Building.

The project involves the replacement of rooftop chillers and the installation of new roof coverings within a live university building environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the site, reporting directly to the Project Manager and ensuring the works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

This role would suit an experienced Senior Site Manager with a strong background in construction project delivery, ideally with experience working on live sites, roofing projects and mechanical and electrical (M&E) installations.

• Overseeing the day-to-day management and delivery of the construction site.
• Supporting the Project Manager in coordinating and leading site teams and subcontractors.
• Ensuring all works are completed safely, on time and within budget.
• Managing site activities involving rooftop chiller replacements and new roof coverings.
• Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers and specialist M&E contractors.
• Managing works within a live university environment, minimising disruption to building occupants.
• Ensuring all health and safety procedures are followed, particularly regarding working at height.
• Monitoring progress against the programme and identifying potential delays.
• Maintaining high standards of quality control and ensuring works meet the required specifications.
• Conducting site inspections, toolbox talks and progress meetings as required.
• Maintaining accurate site records and reporting progress, issues and risks to the Project Manager.
• Ensuring all works comply with relevant health and safety regulations and project requirements.

• Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager on construction projects.
• Experience managing projects of a similar scale and complexity.
• Strong knowledge of site management, subcontractor coordination and construction delivery.
• Experience working on live or occupied buildings would be highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of roofing works and mechanical and electrical installations is preferred.
• Good understanding of working-at-height procedures and associated health and safety requirements.
• Relevant construction qualifications and site management certifications.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple activities and maintain programme deadlines.

If interested please apply with your CV.

Applications

If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more, please apply online today, attaching a copy of your current CV.

Due to the vast number of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants; therefore, only suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear anything back within 7 days of submitting your application, you have unfortunately not been selected.

Linsco is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered on their merits regardless of background, characteristics or personal circumstances. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.