Site Manger / Assistant Site Manager
Job Description
Purpose of the Role
Responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring health and safety compliance, and delivering projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality.
Implement the Barnwood operating standards including health, safety, quality and risk management. To promote the Barnwood values to all stakeholders.
Reporting to: Contracts Managers & Construction Director
Based at: Variety of site locations
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning and Coordination:
- Plan and coordinate all on-site construction activities.
- Liaise with contracts managers, engineers, architects, and surveyors.
- Interpret drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
- Prepare site logistics plans and ensure efficient resource allocation.
- Maintain consistent use of Procure across all phases of the project
Site Supervision:
- Manage day-to-day operations on site.
- Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, tradespeople, and labourers.
- For directly employed site operatives, ensure time sheet is accurately completed and authorised.
- Monitor work progress and address any issues that may cause delays.
- Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
- Ensure all site operatives complete a site induction prior to commencing work, and that signing-in records are accurately maintained
Health & Safety Compliance:
- Enforce health and safety procedures and ensure a safe working environment.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
- Ensure all site personnel comply with legal and regulatory safety requirements, this includes PPE requirements
- Report and investigate incidents, accidents, or near misses.
- Respond promptly to incidents requiring first aid, ensuring compliance with health and safety procedures.
Resource Management:
- Ensure materials, equipment, and labour are available as needed.
- Track usage and delivery of materials to avoid shortages or delays.
- Maintain inventory control of any equipment and site security.
Communication and Reporting:
- Provide regular updates to the Contracts Manager and stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records, including daily site diaries, safety logs, and attendance.
- Attend site meetings as required.
Quality Control:
- Ensure all work is carried out to the highest standards and in compliance with specifications.
- Identify and correct any deviations or defects in workmanship or materials.
Other Information
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Employee referral scheme
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Group life insurance
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Employee dividend
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Company bonus scheme
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Uniform (including all PPE)
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Staying away/ subsistence allowances
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Overtime rates (subject to working hour conditions)
Company Description
At Barnwood, we have built a reputation of over 60 years as a trusted name in the construction
and fit out industry, delivering quality projects across Gloucestershire and beyond.
We are proud to be employee-owned — every member of our team shares in the success of the business and plays a part in shaping its future. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to creating an environment where they can grow, thrive, and take pride in the work we achieve together.
