Site Manager - Commercial and Residential Builds - Limerick

Site Manager – Major Commercial Development


Tier 1 Main Contractor
Location: Limerick
Salary: €80,000 – €85,000 Vehicle/Allowance Pension Healthcare
Long-Term Pipeline | Award-Winning Irish Contractor


The Company

Our client is one of Ireland’s longest-established and most respected main contractors, operating for more than 120 years and delivering prestigious projects across commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, and large-scale development sectors.

With a reputation built on quality, safety, and technical excellence, they continue to expand nationwide and are now delivering a major commercial development in Limerick a landmark project that will significantly enhance the region’s commercial landscape.

This is a company known for developing its people, promoting from within, and providing long-term, stable career opportunities in a structured and supportive environment.


The Role – Site Manager (Commercial Build)

As Site Manager, you will play a central role in the successful delivery of this high-profile commercial project, working with an experienced team and leading works on site from early construction through to final handover.

You will oversee daily operations, coordinate subcontractors, ensure compliance with building regulations, and maintain exceptional quality standards throughout all stages of the project.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to programme
  
  
• Inspect works regularly to ensure compliance with project specifications and building regulations
  
  
• Maintain strict quality standards across all trades and phases
  
  
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors, direct labour, and site personnel
  
  
• Liaise with architects, engineers, surveyors, and planners throughout the build
  
  
• Maintain full compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures
  
  
• Respond proactively to issues, incidents, or delays, ensuring minimal impact to project delivery
  
  
• Manage procurement and requisitioning of materials, plant, and equipment
  
  
• Attend daily briefings and maintain accurate site records and daily logs
  
  
• Track and raise variations in conjunction with the Project Manager and Quantity Surveyor
  
  
• Prepare regular progress reports and provide updates to senior management
  
  

About You

• 5 years’ experience as a Site Manager, ideally with a main contractor
  
  
• Strong background across medium to large-scale commercial, industrial, pharma, or educational projects
  
  
• 3rd-level construction qualification or trade background with relevant experience
  
  
• Excellent organisation, planning, and time-management skills
  
  
• Strong client-facing and communication skills
  
  
• In-depth knowledge of construction practices, regulations, and sequencing
  
  
• Safepass & Manual Handling certification (desirable)
  
  
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary project team
  
  

What’s on Offer

• Salary: €80,000 – €85,000 (DOE)
  
  
• Company Vehicle or Allowance
  
  
• Healthcare and Pension Scheme
  
  
• Career Progression and CPD Support
  
  
• Long-term Limerick-based projects
  
  
• Supportive, experienced project teams
  
  

Why Apply?

This is a standout opportunity to join a Tier 1 Irish contractor delivering one of Limerick’s most important commercial builds.

You will play a key leadership role on a project of regional significance, while benefiting from a company culture that prioritises quality, development, and long-term stability.

If you are an ambitious Site Manager wanting to take ownership of a major commercial project, this role offers an excellent next step.


How to Apply Send your CV to philip@breaghrecruitment.com  or call 01 531 4345 for a confidential discussion.


About Breagh Recruitment

Breagh Recruitment specialise in placing professionals across construction and engineering throughout Ireland and the UK. We partner with leading contractors and developers to connect top talent with long-term, career-defining roles.

Key roles we recruit for include:

Site Managers, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Engineers, Construction Managers, Health & Safety, Estimators, and Site Agents.

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