Site Manager in Preston

Our business is truly a special part of the Eric Wright Group and wholly owned by the Eric Wright Charitable Trust. We are a commercially focused business with a social purpose. Forward thinking and people focused, we retain our traditional values and are extremely proud of our dedicated, passionate and friendly colleagues who live our values and work hard to make a difference every day. Our business would not be the business it is today without its people; we strive to develop and nurture talent, providing a positive healthy environment empowering our people to be the best they can be.

We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Site Manager to join our construction team delivering new projects that are due on site. There are a number of schemes already on site ranging from £5m to £45m along with a strong pipeline, which is underpinned by our exceptional construction team. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for safety, quality, cost control and delivery on programme to client’s satisfaction. You will work as a team ensuring all project deliverables are achieved safely, with exceptional quality, on programme and to budget.

What you'll do:

• Ensure that highest possible safety standards are maintained at all times and that the appropriate safety culture is developed on site with site team and sub-contractors.
• Manage the site team – supervise and develop site staff and ensure competency of individuals to carry out delegated duties.
• Manage and co-ordinate all site activities.
• Establish and monitor key stage programmes.
• Provide all necessary progress reports for internal and external reporting functions.
• Control all aspects of interface with general public and external authorities.
• Liaise with the design team and ensure all necessary approvals are in place to allow project to progress without risk.
• Identify and manage third party involvement.
• Close out all issues raised by safety, quality and environmental reports and audits.
• Ensure all necessary method statements and risk assessments are appropriate and in place in advance of the works and that all work is carried out strictly in accordance with these documents.
• Attend/chair/minute all necessary internal and external meetings.

What you'll bring:

Aligned to our ethos and values, you will have experience of working as a Site Manager able to manage a site from start up until completion. The ideal candidate would either have a trade, engineering or university background. You will have excellent technical expertise in the construction of complex building types as well as knowledge of construction procedures. It goes without saying that you will be methodical, accurate with excellent attention to detail; you will be an accomplished communicator who has a track record of building relationships with ease. You will thrive in a busy and professional environment and enjoy motivating, influencing and developing your team.

In return we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Company car / car allowance scheme - we are working towards 100% hybrid / electric vehicles.
• Enhanced annual leave starting at 26 Days + bank holidays rising with service
• Learning and development - we offer a range of learning opportunities to develop talent at all levels within our business focusing on technical competence, upskilling, compliance and governance and career development.
• Pension — 6.5% employer contribution of your salary into your pension to help you save for the future
• BUPA - optional scheme and can include your family to the scheme (50% contribution)
• Company sick pay scheme - Up to 20 days full pay in a rolling 12 month period
• Group Income Protection – 50% of your salary covered for 3 years for long term illness
• Enhanced Paid Family Leave - maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, compassion, bereavement, crisis, emergency dependants, and much more
• Onsite gym – we have a gym on site at Head Office which is free to use
• Company Doctor – for when you can’t get to see your own or if you have any health concerns
• Virtual GP - 24/7 access for when you need to speak to a GP
• EAP – Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured, supporting you and your family with advice, guidance and counselling on a variety of areas such as health, fitness, home life, finances and much more.
• Mental Health support – through the Thrive app, approved by the NHS, provides tools, to tackle, prevent and manage common stressors such as sleep, bereavement, work issues etc. Also provides relaxation, breathing and meditation techniques and measures impact.
• Savings scheme – Put aside an affordable amount for a rainy day in the future
• Recognition awards – awards for long service and special birthdays
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing strategy focused on physical, emotional, financial and career wellbeing

As an award-winning leader in the property and construction industry, the Eric Wright Group demonstrates a culture of excellence in civil engineering, construction, development, property and facilities management that ensures long-term relationships with our partners and clients. The companies across the Group regularly collaborate to deliver outstanding results on bespoke projects for both public and private sector clients.

The Eric Wright Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its staff and clients and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check or Disclosure Scotland check and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. We are committed to equal opportunities, inclusion and fairness across all employment opportunities and service delivery. All managers and employees are expected to promote our values to ensure our workplaces and services are inclusive and accessible.