Job Title: Site Manager – Maintenance & Refurbishments
Location: Maintained across regional project sites
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive, highly skilled Site Manager to join a leading principal contractor within their Planned Works Division.
Reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, you will oversee the onsite supervision of supply chain partners and operatives to ensure the seamless, high quality delivery of contracted work orders. This role focuses on social housing, internal/external refurbishments and safety critical works, making it an ideal opportunity for an experienced professional with expertise in fire safety remediation and planned maintenance environments.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Planning & Delivery
- Review work orders, specifications, and scope prior to authorising site commencement, proactively reporting any discrepancies to the Operations Manager.
- Continuously update and manage the contract works programme, focusing on critical path items to mitigate delay risks.
- Prepare, manage, and monitor Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS) and conduct regular toolbox talks in strict compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
- Record and log client instructions, variations, and scope changes, providing early warning notices regarding potential disruptions.
- Collaborate closely with Resident Liaison Officers (RLOs) and administrative teams to keep residents informed and ensure clear communication throughout project lifecycles.
- Produce pre-works photographic records and detailed property condition reports prior to starting site activities.
- Coordinate, program, and manage site operatives and subcontractors to maintain optimal progress with minimal disruption to residents.
Compliance & Quality
- Conduct comprehensive site inductions, ensuring all site personnel adhere to safety protocols and mandatory PPE requirements.
- Carry out structured site inspections to monitor progress against project schedules and quality standards.
- Work in alignment with project Quantity Surveyors to keep operational costs, commercial requirements, and financial risks tightly managed.
- Address and resolve operational or subcontractor performance issues promptly.Conduct early visual inspections and produce detailed snagging lists to ensure zero-defect handovers.
- Adhere to corporate Quality, Environmental, and Management Systems (QEMS), submitting accurate and timely site reports.
Leadership & Culture
- Act as a professional ambassador on-site, fostering equality, diversity, and inclusion in all working practices.
- Drive a proactive "Safety-First" culture across all sub-contractors and operational staff while supporting site sustainability initiatives.
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Essential Experience & Skills
- Proven track record as a Site Manager within the social housing sector.
- In-depth understanding of planned works programmes, including internal and external refurbishments.
- Strong Health & Safety awareness, site management skills and relevant certifications (e.g, SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid).
- Commercial acumen with a solid grasp of managing operational costs and project risks.
- Demonstrated experience in client liaison, resident management and subcontractor supervision.
- Specialist background or experience in fire safety disciplines, including:
- Fire door inspections and remediation
- Working knowledge of post-Grenfell fire safety regulations and compliance standards
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 standards.
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Construction Site Manager employer: ESD Recruitment
Join a leading specialist demolition contractor in Portsmouth, where you will embark on a rewarding career as a Trainee Project Manager. With a strong focus on employee development, you will receive ongoing training and mentorship from seasoned professionals, ensuring your growth in project management. Enjoy competitive benefits, a supportive work culture, and the chance to work on prestigious projects that make a real impact in the industry.
