Site Manager required for large Residential Development - Client Side
About Your New Employer
Our client is a well-funded, national development organisation delivering large-scale residential and regeneration projects across Ireland. Operating on a commercial basis with a strong public mandate, the organisation focuses on increasing the supply of affordable homes while creating sustainable, thriving communities.
Backed by significant long-term investment, the organisation has commenced construction on multiple residential schemes and has a pipeline in excess of 17,000 homes, alongside partnerships with leading home builders to deliver a further 8,000+ homes. In addition, several major strategic regeneration and master-planned developments are underway in key urban locations nationwide.
About Your New Job
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager to join a growing Construction Team and play a key role in delivering high-profile residential developments across the country.
The successful candidate will be involved throughout the construction, technical, and operational phases of projects, working closely with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders. This role offers exposure to landmark projects and long-term career progression within a stable, mission-driven organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- On-site supervision of construction works to ensure delivery in accordance with approved designs
- Ensuring works are constructed to specification with appropriate site supervision
- Reporting to the Employer’s Representative
- Coordinating contract interfaces and managing site communications
- Assessing contractor claims, payment applications, and technical submissions
- Reviewing method statements and providing clear, structured feedback
- Monitoring site progress, measuring works, and maintaining contractual documentation
- Preparing detailed site reports, including photographic records where required
- Attending regular site meetings and escalating risks or issues where necessary
- Assisting with contract administration in compliance with Safety, Health & Welfare legislation
- Supporting general project administration as required
What You Will Need
- Degree in Engineering or equivalent professional qualification
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Site Manager or Resident Engineer
- Proven experience delivering residential construction projects
- Strong knowledge of building construction, civil engineering works, and project management
- Good working knowledge of Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Regulations
- Strong commercial awareness and sound professional judgement
- Excellent communication skills with high attention to detail
- Self-motivated, proactive, and solutions-focused
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a structured project environment
- Full clean driving licence (site travel required)
What’s on Offer
- 37-hour working week: Monday–Thursday 9:00–17:30, Friday 9:00–17:00
- Generous leave: 25 days annual leave plus public holidays and discretionary company days
- Financial security: Life assurance (4x salary), income continuance scheme, DC pension scheme with flexible contributions, and short-term incentive/bonus scheme
- Commuting & wellbeing: TaxSaver commuter tickets, Bike to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme
- Family support: Parental leave with salary top-up after 1 year’s service
- Career development: Learning & development opportunities, exposure to exciting projects, and chance to work with industry experts
- Employee rewards: Referral scheme and opportunity for additional voluntary pension contributions
