Site Manager

Overview

As Site Manager, you lead on-site delivery for social housing decarbonisation projects, coordinating teams and subcontractors to complete works safely, to specification, and with minimal resident disruption. You will work closely with Contracts Managers and client teams, driving progress, safety compliance, and quality. The role offers exposure to energy-efficient housing initiatives and opportunities to develop site leadership across refurbishment and framework projects.

Pay / Benefits

• 25 days annual leave
• Life Cover equivalent to 2x annual salary
• Employee discount schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning opportunities and professional qualifications

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-site delivery and subcontractors to meet project timelines
• Assist Contracts Manager with pre-start details and client meetings
• Issue monthly site progress reports to Contracts Manager and client
• Ensure health and safety compliance, PPE, inductions, risk assessments, and permits
• Conduct scaffold and lifting equipment inspections; verify qualifications
• Lead SHEQ audits and report findings
• Maintain site tidiness, fire safety, and clear escape routes
• Prepare and maintain Health & Safety files; monitor risk areas
• Manage defects per KPIs and ensure conformance with specifications
• Oversee site teams (Assistant Site Managers, Site Administrators) and subcontractors
• Manage subcontractor performance and issue NCRs
• Liaise with project stakeholders and client representatives
• Develop relationships with RLOs and handle complaints per procedures
• Manage site facilities (welfare areas, offices, equipment)
• Identify commercial opportunities and communicate to senior management
• Coordinate material take-offs and ensure workflow
• Maintain accurate site documentation (H&S certificates, client reports)
• Attend internal/external project meetings
• Perform work inspections and monitor deadlines; report delays
• Foster relationships with clients, staff, consultants, and residents for business development

Key requirements

• Site management experience in refurbishment and framework projects
• Strong leadership and team management
• Knowledge of building and Health & Safety legislation
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Financial and commercial awareness
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
• Ability to read drawings, programs, and specifications
• Understanding of local government and partnership arrangements
• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certification
• Full valid driving licence

• leadership
• communication
• problem-solving
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Project
• reading drawings/programs/specifications

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