Read more

Fawkes & Reece; Widnes; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece is seeking an experienced Site Manager for a 2-3 month contract on a new build housing project in Widnes. The role focuses on timber frame construction, NHBC standards, and strict adherence to programme and quality requirements.

The ideal candidate has proven site management experience in residential developments, timber frame expertise, and solid health and safety knowledge. SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications are required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within new build housing
• Timber frame experience is essential
• Proven experience working to NHBC standards
• Strong understanding of new build residential construction and quality requirements
• Experience working on large-scale residential developments
• Valid CSCS/ SMSTS/ First Aid qualifications

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site activities, ensuring safety, programme, and quality standards
• Coordinate subcontractors and site teams to maintain progress
• Ensure compliance with NHBC standards and project specifications

Skills

Site management

Co-ordination

Quality control

Education

SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid

Job description

We are currently looking for an experienced

Site Manager to join a respected housebuilder on a

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager with a solid background in

new build housing, timber frame construction and NHBC standards to secure a 2-3 month contract starting in September 2026.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities on site, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

You will coordinate subcontractors and site teams, monitor progress and ensure the development is constructed to the housebuilder's quality requirements and

NHBC standards.

• Proven experience as a
• Site Manager within new build housing
• Timber frame experience is essential
• Proven experience working to
• NHBC standards

• Strong understanding of new build residential construction and quality requirements
• Experience working on large-scale residential developments
• Valid

SMSTS

• Valid

CSCS

• Valid

First Aid

• Strong knowledge of health & safety, quality and programme management
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage subcontractors and site teams effectively

Candidates must have previous new build housing experience, timber frame experience and a strong understanding of NHBC standards to be considered for this position.

Location: Widnes, Cheshire

Build Type: Timber Frame

Duration: 2-3 months

Start: September 2026

Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

If you are an experienced

The relevant contact for this role is Molly in our Bolton Office. You can contact me directly on 07894 990814 or via email at

£72,698 plus car allowance (pending pay award)