We have an opportunity for a Site Manager in the Netherlands. The Site Manager is responsible for the overall delivery of a specific site, typically a large-scale project. This role involves leading construction activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and quality-driven supervision throughout the project lifecycle.

About the Company

At John Sisk & Son, we’re more than a construction company; we’re a family-owned business with a global reach, committed to building excellence in every project. We deliver trust, certainty, and value to our clients while embracing innovation and shaping the future of construction.

Responsibilities

• Participate in compiling the initial programme and understand weekly targets.
• Plan and oversee site setup to ensure facilities are in place before project launch.
• Manage relationships with subcontractors on site.
• Ensure health, safety, environment, quality, and sustainability (HSEQS) protocols are followed at all times.
• Maintain quality control procedures.
• Ensure the temporary works register is in place and kept up to date.
• Highlight issues to the contract management or commercial teams that may affect project delivery including materials, resources, schedules, safety, or costs.
• Drive the pace of the project and plan the work on site.
• Monitor onsite energy and waste data.
• Coordinate and prioritise the sequence of activities.
• Manage foremen and site staff.
• Lead daily whiteboard meetings.
• Ensure employees follow correct incident protocols on site.
• Manage project delivery from mobilisation to completion.
• Communicate site requirements to the commercial team and seek efficient solutions that balance technical and commercial needs.
• Delegate responsibilities appropriately to site staff.
• Manage site records and ensure contemporaneous documentation is maintained.
• Follow the project execution plan to deliver on time and within budget.
• Implement and oversee an efficient registration system for all individuals entering and leaving the site.

Requirements

• Over 10 years' experience delivering construction projects across multiple sectors.
• Skilled in building consensus and fostering positive working relationships.
• Knowledge of industrial relations practices.
• Proven track record of leading teams and managing medium to large scale projects.
• Strong people management skills with the ability to supervise subcontractors and direct staff.
• Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively with colleagues and clients.
• Comprehensive understanding of trades, codes of practice, and specific site requirements.
• Strong decision-making skills and ability to prioritise in the interests of the project.
• Calm under pressure and leads by example.
• Experience in handling conflicting priorities and managing challenging stakeholders.

Qualifications

Required

• Trade or technical background.
• IOSH or equivalent health and safety management training.
• Temporary works and excavation safety training.
• Training in permitting for live energy works.
• Training in working at heights and scaffolding.
• Training in lifting and cranage operations.
• Other HSEQS training as per site HSE plan.
• Knowledge of new construction technology systems.
• Understanding of BIM strategy.

Desirable

• Relevant project management qualification or course.
• Completion of the Sisk internal management programme.
• Degree in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• 26 days annual leave.
• Pension and benefits.
• Unlimited learning and development opportunities.
• Much more.

Our People and Recruitment Commitment At Sisk Group, our people are at the heart of our success. We offer the chance to work with purpose, build a career with no limits, and be part of a great team.

All vacancies are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment Team. Unsolicited contact or speculative CVs from unapproved agencies will not be accepted, and no introductory fees will apply. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process.

We know the confidence gap and imposter phenomenon can stop talented candidates from applying. You do not need to meet every criterion – your skills and potential matter. Don’t hold back; we want to hear from you. All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland.