Graduate Site Manager

Falcon Green; Acton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading West London developer as a Trainee Site Manager / Materials Controller, offering a structured progression into site management after valuable on-site training. This hands-on opportunity involves managing materials while preparing for supervising on-site activities, all backed by experienced professionals in a 400-unit development project.

Benefits

Competitive salary with clear progression

Permanent or temp-to-perm flexibility

Valuable on-site training and mentorship

Experience on a landmark West London project

Access to career development programmes

Qualifications

• Up to 12 months of hands-on construction experience (e.g., placement, internship, site assistant).
• Proactive, reliable, and site-ready from day one.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and call off materials to match build programme stages.
• Begin supervising on-site activities under guidance.
• Coordinate labour, plant, and subcontractors to meet deadlines.

Skills

Communication

Organisational

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, Surveying or a related field

Job description

Trainee Site Manager / Materials Controller

You’ll join a leading West London developer renowned for delivering high-quality, community-focused residential schemes. This is a structured role ideal for someone looking to grow on-site alongside experienced construction professionals.

Duties:

Materials Controller (Year 1) – Learn & Support

• Schedule and call off materials to match build programme stages
• Track inventory – flag shortages early and optimise usage
• Partner with site teams to ensure safety and environmental compliance
• Liaise confidently with suppliers and logistics teams to maintain smooth deliveries
• Maintain accurate materials records and site documentation

Trainee Site Manager (After ~1 Year) – Step Up & Grow

• Begin supervising on-site activities under guidance
• Coordinate labour, plant, and subcontractors to meet deadlines
• Assist with daily logs, toolbox talks, and site meetings
• Ensure quality standards and health & safety regulations are upheld
• Develop into full site management responsibilities on completion of Phase 1

Essential

• Graduate with degree in Construction, Civil Engineering, Surveying or a related field
• Up to 12 months of hands-on construction experience (e.g., placement, internship, site assistant)
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and eagerness to learn site operations
• Proactive, reliable and site-ready from day one

Desirable

• Any materials coordination or basic site supervision exposure
• Knowledge of health & safety best practices and site protocols

This is a rare, hands-on opportunity on a 400-unit development, offering structured progression into site management after an immersive materials role. Your growth will be supported every step of the way by experienced professionals and a forward-thinking developer.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary with clear progression
• Permanent or temp‑to‑perm flexibility
• Valuable on-site training and mentorship
• Experience on a landmark West London project
• Access to career development programmes