At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a major residential development, managing site operations and ensuring quality standards.
- Company: Award-winning residential developer with exciting projects in Oxfordshire.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, comprehensive package, and the chance to shape a new community.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Be hands-on in creating up to 350 new homes and making a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in residential housebuilding and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 66600 - 81400 £ per year.
We’re working with a well-established residential developer on a major new development in Brize Norton, Oxfordshire, and they’re looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to kick off this new community development of high-quality houses. The development will deliver a significant new community, including up to 350 new homes, alongside associated infrastructure, landscaping, open space and community facilities.
This is a great opportunity for a Site Manager who enjoys being hands-on and wants to be involved in a sizeable residential development from the early stages through to completion.
The Role
Reporting into the Construction Manager, you’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the site, ensuring the development is delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards. You’ll be responsible for:
- Managing subcontractors and site labour on a day-to-day basis
- Planning and coordinating construction activities
- Maintaining high standards of health & safety across the site
- Ensuring work is completed to programme and specification
- Managing quality and ensuring defects are kept to a minimum
- Coordinating trades and subcontractors
- Working closely with the commercial and technical teams
- Maintaining accurate site records and reporting progress
- Ensuring the site is kept organised, safe and well presented
- Supporting the successful handover of completed properties
About You
We’re looking for an experienced Site Manager with a background in residential housebuilding and a good understanding of traditional construction methods. You’ll ideally have:
- Previous experience managing residential housing developments
- A strong understanding of construction programmes and sequencing
- Experience managing subcontractors and trades
- Excellent health & safety awareness
- Good quality control and attention to detail
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- SMSTS
- CSCS
- First Aid
Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who takes pride in what they deliver, can manage a busy site effectively and works well as part of a wider team.
The Opportunity
With up to 350 homes planned, this is a substantial development with plenty of longevity and the opportunity to play a key role in delivering a new community in Oxfordshire. For more information, or a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Russell Gale at Avocet Recruitment.
Senior Site Manager in Carterton employer: Avocet recruitment ltd
Join an award-winning developer known for delivering high-quality residential projects across the South and East Midlands. With a strong focus on employee support and development, this role offers a collaborative work culture, opportunities for professional growth, and the flexibility of working from home alongside site visits. Enjoy the benefits of being part of a reputable company that values its employees and is committed to excellence in construction.
