BHA Construction is seeking an experienced and driven
Senior Site Manager
to lead delivery of a new residential development in Waterford
.
This is a key site-based leadership role within one of Ireland's fastest-growing construction companies, offering a clear path to becoming a Contracts Manager within 18 months for the right ambitious candidate.
The Role
You'll take full ownership of day-to-day delivery on site — driving programme, quality, and safety standards, while coordinating subcontractors, design teams, and internal resources to ensure the successful completion of each phase.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage site operations, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to BHA's standards.
* Lead weekly site coordination meetings with subcontractors and the design team.
* Track progress against programme and proactively resolve delays or bottlenecks.
* Ensure full compliance with BCAR, H&S, and Quality Management processes.
* Work with the Contracts Manager and QS to manage budgets, variations, and progress claims.
* Provide strong leadership and mentoring to site engineers, foremen, and subcontractor teams.
About You
* 5+ years' experience in a site management role, ideally in residential developments.
* Proven track record of delivering multi-unit projects to completion.
* Strong technical knowledge of construction sequencing, finishes, and quality standards.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
* Ambitious, proactive, and eager to progress into a Contracts Manager role.
Why Join BHA
* A forward-thinking Irish contractor with significant growth plans in both Ireland and the UK.
* Genuine progression pathway to
Contracts Manager within 18 months
.
* Exposure to high-quality residential developments and modern construction systems.
* Supportive leadership team and culture that rewards initiative and performance.