Job Details

The role

Our client is looking for an experienced Site Manager to lead the delivery of external works and building envelope packages on traditional build residential developments. You'll be responsible for programme, cost, quality and health and safety from enabling works through to handover, working closely with the wider site team, designers and the supply chain.

This is a hands-on role for someone with a strong external works background. Fit-out only experience will not be suitable.

Key responsibilities

Lead the delivery of external works, including groundworks, substructure, drainage, utilities, roads and sewers, landscaping and public realm

Manage building envelope packages, including frame, brickwork, cladding, facade and roofing

Produce, monitor and update programmes, and recover delays where needed

Manage budgets, forecasts, variations and valuations alongside the commercial team

Procure, appoint and manage subcontractors and the supply chain

Coordinate with consultants, the client, the local authority and utility providers, including S278 and S38 highway agreements

Enforce high standards of health, safety and environmental performance on site

Oversee quality control, inspections, sign-off and snagging through to handover

About you

Essential

Proven experience as a Site Manager, Senior Construction Manager or similar on traditional build residential or mixed-use schemes

Strong external works experience (groundworks, infrastructure, drainage and utilities) and/or envelope experience (frame, facade, cladding)

Experience with a main contractor or housebuilder (for example Tier 1 contractor, developer or volume/premium housebuilder)

SMSTS and a valid CSCS card (Black or Gold Manager card)

First Aid at Work

Strong programming, cost control and subcontractor management skills

Good knowledge of CDM regulations, Building Regulations and current UK construction practice

Confident communicator who can manage multiple stakeholders

Desirable

Degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management, Building or Civil Engineering

Chartered or working towards chartership (CIOB, RICS or similar)

Experience on schemes with s106/S278 obligations

Experience delivering multi-phase developments

Knowledge of the Building Safety Act and gateway requirements