Lead Residential Site Manager | 80+ Units, 12‑Month Contract

Cadence Search Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadence Search Ltd is seeking a Senior Site Manager for a high-spec residential project around Guildford. You will lead on-site operations, ensuring quality finishes and timely handovers on 80+ units, while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid at Work, with a 12-month freelance commitment. Strong leadership and communication are essential to coordinate trade contractors and report progress to the Contracts Manager.

Qualifications

• CSCS card required; Black Card preferred.
• SMSTS qualification and First Aid at Work essential.
• Proven experience in high-spec residential schemes with 80+ units.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day on-site operations to meet programme.
• Maintain health, safety and environmental standards with inductions and risk assessments.
• Monitor workmanship quality; manage snagging and handovers.
• Report progress and milestones to Contracts Manager.
• Coordinate weekly subcontractor meetings and resolve dependencies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

IT Skills

Education

CSCS Card

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Job description

Cadence Search Ltd is seeking a Senior Site Manager for a high-spec residential project around Guildford. You will lead on-site operations, ensuring quality finishes and timely handovers on 80+ units, while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid at Work, with a 12-month freelance commitment. Strong leadership and communication are essential to coordinate trade contractors and report progress to the Contracts Manager.