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Posted 01 July, 2026

Senior Site Manager

Kier Group
Glasgow, lanarkshire, United Kingdom Full Time
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Join Our Team as a Senior Site Manager!

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in one of Scotland's largest construction projects? We’re seeking a Senior Site Manager to join our dynamic team at HMP Glasgow, located in the heart of Glasgow.

Key Details

Location: HMP Glasgow - FOH, Glasgow
Hours: 45 hours per week (flexibility available upon request)

Please note: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship for this role.

About the Project

Kier Construction has been entrusted with delivering a groundbreaking project: a state-of-the-art custodial facility designed to house 2,000 inmates and staff. This £750 million initiative will replace the aging Barlinnie prison, focusing on rehabilitation and utilizing cutting-edge Modern Methods of Construction. Join us in making history!

Your Role

As a Senior Site Manager, you will play a crucial role in the delivery of a major two-storey, steel frame structure valued at over £45 million. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Leading and directing subcontractor partners to safely deliver work packages, including groundworks, drainage, structural frame erection, roofing, cladding, and interior fit-out.
  • Maintaining quality standards through effective supervision of subcontractors and Kier staff on-site.
  • Coordinating site logistics and ensuring the safe movement of plant and labor.
  • Reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements to ensure safe working methods.
  • Creating, logging, and filing site reports and paperwork accurately and promptly.

What We’re Looking For

This role is perfect for you if:

  • You have prior experience in a management role within a large construction environment with a main contractor.
  • You possess a strong technical understanding of building construction and can provide practical solutions to challenges.
  • You have excellent communication skills and can collaborate effectively across various stakeholders.
  • You prioritize health and safety and are confident in enforcing protocols.
  • You hold relevant construction qualifications (HND/Degree/SVQ or Technical Trade), SMSTS 5 Day Certification, CSCS Card, First Aid Certificate, and a Full driving license.

Rewards and Benefits

We’re proud to offer a wide range of benefits tailored to your needs. Join us and enjoy:

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • Flexible working hours to support your work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Kier, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our employees play a vital role in shaping our diversity and inclusion initiatives, and we are committed to continuous improvement.

As a Disability Confident employer, we ensure that a fair number of disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be offered an interview.

Background Checks

Due to the nature of this role, a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check will be required. We treat applicants with convictions on a case-by-case basis and do not discriminate based on conviction history.

Ready to make a difference? We look forward to your application to #joinkier!

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