Site Manager / Working Manager in Chiddingfold, Surrey

Senior Site Manager | Queens Mead, Chiddingfold Are you a hands-on Senior Site Manager who takes genuine pride in delivering exceptional homes, from the first foundations through to final handover? As a privately owned, multi award-winning regional housebuilder, we are proud to take a more considered approach to development, combining design, quality and craftsmanship to create places that people are proud to call home. We are looking for an experienced Senior Site Manager to take ownership of the delivery of Queens Mead , an exclusive development of 78 homes in Chiddingfold, Surrey . Designed in-house by our architectural team, Queens Mead is a development that reflects the quality and attention to detail for which Shanly Homes is known, with distinctive architecture, thoughtfully designed layouts and premium specifications throughout. You will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the development, driving the build programme, leading subcontractors and site teams, maintaining exceptional standards of health and safety and ensuring every home is delivered to the quality our customers expect. Reporting to our Production Director , you will take overall responsibility for the delivery and day-to-day management of the development. Site management: Take control of the daily running of the development, coordinating subcontractors, direct labour, materials and resources to maintain an efficient and well-organised site. Build quality: Set and maintain high standards throughout construction, from groundworks and structural stages through to finishing, snagging and final handover. Health & Safety: Lead by example in maintaining a safe, compliant site, ensuring legislation, Risk Assessments and Method Statements are adhered to and that a strong culture of safety and accountability is maintained. Provide clear direction to the site team, manage performance and create a professional, collaborative environment where everyone understands what is expected of them. Subcontractor management: Coordinate and manage subcontractors on site, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, on programme and to the required standard. Quality control: Work closely with the quality team to identify issues early, drive continuous improvement and ensure defects are addressed before they become a problem. Work closely with Sales and Customer Service throughout the build and handover process, supporting customer choices, extras, inspections and handovers to ensure a high-quality customer experience. Maintain a clean, organised and professional site that reflects the quality of the development and the Shanly Homes brand. Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager within a residential housebuilding environment A strong track record of delivering high-quality residential developments from start to finish Experience managing subcontractors, direct labour, programmes and multiple construction activities simultaneously The ability to confidently read and interpret construction drawings and technical information Strong organisational skills and the ability to anticipate and resolve issues before they affect programme or quality SMSTS NVQ Level 5/6 or equivalent relevant construction qualification Joining Shanly Homes means becoming part of a financially strong, privately owned business where quality is central to what we do. Competitive salary and car allowance ~ Discretionary annual and long-term build bonus scheme ~ Enhanced pension scheme via salary exchange ~ Private medical cover with BUPA ~25 days' annual leave, increasing to 30 days ~ Life assurance ~ Fitness classes and discounted gym membership ~ Employee Assistance Programme ~ Cycle to work scheme ~ Retail and lifestyle discount scheme ~ Regular company and team events throughout the year If you are an experienced Senior Site Manager who cares about how a development is built, not simply when it is finished, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a business where quality, craftsmanship and accountability genuinely matter.