Lead Site Manager – Social Housing Refurbishments

CIH International Housing Group; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Connolly Ltd is seeking a Site Manager to lead refurbishment projects across occupied homes within the Social Housing team. You will oversee day-to-day delivery, ensure safety, programme and budget adherence, and maintain high quality standards while engaging with residents and stakeholders.

The role focuses on kitchen and bathroom replacements, internal refurbishments and planned improvement works, with a strong emphasis on resident-focused delivery and compliant site management.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within refurbishment or construction.
• Experience delivering projects in occupied environments is desirable.
• Understanding of Social Housing and resident-focused delivery.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• SMSTS qualification.
• First Aid at Work.
• Asbestos Awareness (desirable).
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Managing refurbishment projects from inception through to completion
• Coordinating direct labour, subcontractors and suppliers
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to specification
• Monitoring programme performance and project progress
• Managing quality inspections and compliance documentation
• Working alongside Commercial teams to manage costs and budgets
• Maintaining site records, inductions and health & safety standards
• Ensuring operatives have the materials, equipment and support they need
• Building positive relationships with residents, clients and stakeholders
• Maintaining a clean, safe and well‑organised site environment

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Job description

Connolly Ltd is seeking a Site Manager to lead refurbishment projects across occupied homes within the Social Housing team. You will oversee day-to-day delivery, ensure safety, programme and budget adherence, and maintain high quality standards while engaging with residents and stakeholders.

The role focuses on kitchen and bathroom replacements, internal refurbishments and planned improvement works, with a strong emphasis on resident-focused delivery and compliant site management.