Senior Residential Site Manager – Abingdon Development

Avocet recruitment ltd; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Avocet Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Site Manager to take lead on a major residential development in Abingdon, Oxon. The role offers £70,000–£75,000 plus package, with a start around Nov/Dec 2026 or later, on a permanent basis.

You will report to the Construction Manager and oversee day-to-day site operations, safety, programme, quality, and handover of up to 350 homes. The position requires strong leadership of subcontractors and trades and close collaboration with commercial and

Qualifications

• Experience leading residential housing developments.
• Strong ability to plan, sequence and manage site activities.
• Excellent health & safety awareness and site discipline.
• Proven ability to lead subcontractors and trades on busy sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations to deliver on programme and quality.
• Oversee subcontractors and site labour; coordinate trades and activities.
• Maintain health and safety standards and enforce quality control.
• Keep accurate site records and progress reporting; support handover of properties.
• Collaborate with commercial and technical teams to resolve on-site issues.

Skills

Site management

Residential housing

Planning & scheduling

Health & safety

Communication

SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid

Job description

Avocet Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Site Manager to take lead on a major residential development in Abingdon, Oxon. The role offers £70,000–£75,000 plus package, with a start around Nov/Dec 2026 or later, on a permanent basis.

You will report to the Construction Manager and oversee day-to-day site operations, safety, programme, quality, and handover of up to 350 homes. The position requires strong leadership of subcontractors and trades and close collaboration with commercial and