Site Manager (PCSM)
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£44,300
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2455 (64% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £44,300, and STRABAG is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Possible 2455 (Construction project managers and related professionals) · 64% match
- Possible 1122 (Production managers and directors in construction) · 20% match
- Possible 5330 (Construction and building trades supervisors) · 15% match
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2455 Construction project managers and related professionals Most likely code | £33,400 | £35,400 | £39,900 | £44,300 |
1122 Production managers and directors in construction Also possible | £37,400 | £42,700 | £48,100 | £53,400 |
5330 Construction and building trades supervisors Also possible | £33,400 | £41,800 | £41,800 | £41,800 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
About STRABAG UK
At STRABAG UK, we are shaping the infrastructure that supports communities, businesses and the UK's transition to a more sustainable future. As part of one of Europe's leading construction and infrastructure groups, we deliver complex, high-value projects across transportation, civil engineering, energy and infrastructure.
Our newly established Power team sits within the Infrastructure Division and has been created to support the continued growth of STRABAG UK in the energy sector. Working on major power transmission, substation and National Grid infrastructure projects across the UK, our team plays a vital role in delivering resilient, low-carbon energy networks that will support generations to come.
Guided by STRABAG's People. Planet. Progress. 2030 strategy, we are committed to developing talented people, delivering sustainable infrastructure and driving innovation through engineering excellence.
The Opportunity
As the Principal Contractor Site Manager (PCSM), you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in full compliance with statutory requirements, client expectations and STRABAG's high standards of operational excellence. Acting as the key site leadership representative, you will oversee site teams and supply chain partners, driving a strong health, safety and environmental culture while ensuring quality, programme and commercial objectives are achieved.
Required
- Discharge STRABAG UK's responsibilities as Principal Contractor in accordance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM).
- Develop, implement and manage the Construction Phase Plan and associated site management arrangements.
- Ensure effective coordination and cooperation between all contractors and stakeholders working on site.
- Significant experience in a Site Management role delivering major UK transmission and distribution projects.
- Proven experience acting within a Principal Contractor organisation.
- Extensive knowledge of CDM Regulations and Principal Contractor responsibilities.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary construction activities including civil, mechanical and electrical works.
- Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
- Experience of outage planning and delivery (Desirable)
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with STRABAG, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Construction project managers and related professionals (SOC 2455) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~36k in sample- Middle half £37,596–57,720
- Median £45,396
- Going rate £44,300
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–39,900
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. STRABAG holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2455 going rate of £44,300. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.