Lead Site Manager – Residential Retrofit & Decarbonisation

Sustainable Building Services; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sustainable Building Services (SBS) is a multi-award-winning retrofit decarbonisation specialist delivering large-scale projects across housing tenures. We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead on-site delivery, manage subcontractors, and uphold safety, quality and program targets on multiple retrofit sites in the UK.

You will be responsible for day-to-day site leadership, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget and to the highest standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years experience managing construction projects, including programmes and H&S requirements.
• Customer-facing experience is essential.
• Experience on solar PV programmes is advantageous.
• SMSTS/CSCS and first-aid certifications preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Complete and distribute weekly progress reports to the contract team
• Review RAMS and ensure Health & Safety compliance across all sites
• Work with the reporting Manager to monitor progress against the master programme
• Ensure adequate labour and subcontractor resources to meet timelines
• Deliver weekly toolbox talks to site teams and subcontractors
• Plan and coordinate site facilities, logistics and equipment
• Requisition materials and manage deliveries per procurement schedules
• Maintain high workmanship and material standards per specs and regulations
• Liaise with surveyors regarding cost control, waste management and variations
• Chair weekly client and contractor review meetings
• Maintain accurate project records and conduct site safety inspections
• Build strong relationships with clients, design teams, neighbours and stakeholders
• Support project delivery across multiple retrofit sites

Skills

People management

Leadership

Site management

Customer-facing

Solar PV experience

Programme management

Health & Safety

Education

NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Construction Site Management

BTEC/ HND in Construction/Site Management

Tools

SMSTS

CSCS card

First Aid (3-day)

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Sustainable Building Services (SBS) is a multi-award-winning retrofit decarbonisation specialist delivering large-scale projects across housing tenures. We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead on-site delivery, manage subcontractors, and uphold safety, quality and program targets on multiple retrofit sites in the UK.

You will be responsible for day-to-day site leadership, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget and to the highest standards.