Senior Site Manager

Alderley Group; Warrington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Alderley Group is seeking a Senior Site Manager in Warrington to oversee construction projects. This role involves ensuring health and safety compliance, motivating the site team, and managing trades for high-quality finishes. Join a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Company Pension

30 days of annual leave

Opportunities for ongoing personal and professional development

Supportive Environment

Team Events & Days Out

Qualifications

• Experience in building, construction, or maintenance roles.
• Ability to read and understand simple construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety & Environment policies.
• Motivate and guide the site team.
• Manage trades to ensure high standards of finishing.

Skills

Leadership

Health and Safety Management

Compliance

Education

CSCS Card

SMSTS

Job description

Company Overview:

Alderley Group is an award-winning, rapidly expanding UK development company specializing in sourcing land for new-build affordable housing schemes. Our in-house construction team, Alderley Partnerships, operates under JCT D&B contracts, delivering high-quality projects across England.

We are seeking a Senior Site Manager to join our team within Alderley Group and Alderley Partnerships, based in Warrington. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of our construction projects.

Note: Due to the nature of this role, we are only accepting applications from candidates living locally or within travelling proximity of the North West of England. Please only apply if this matches your current circumstances, otherwise your application will be dismissed.

About the Role:

As a Senior Site Manager, you will play a crucial role in the practical aspects of our construction projects. Your responsibilities will include:

Health, Safety & Environment:

• Ensure compliance with responsibilities as laid down in the Group's Health, Safety & Environment Policy and Roles and Responsibilities, and ensure compliance from the site team.
• Carry out daily/weekly site inspections.
• Manage HS&E on the site continuously.
• Ensure all relevant HS&E paperwork and inspections are completed fully and on time.
• Accompany HS&E inspectors during site inspections.
• Keep the Construction Phase Health, Safety & Environment Plan (CPHSEP) and the Compliance Register up to date.

Leadership:

• Motivate, support, and guide the site team.
• Recognize and encourage excellent performance.
• Address sub-standard performance early through training, support, or disciplinary action as appropriate.
• Conduct annual appraisals where necessary.
• Create and manage a two-week programme, communicating it to the Assistant Site Manager, Trainee Site Assistant, and subcontractors.
• Ensure timely call-off of all materials.
• Coordinate subcontractors and utility companies.
• Maintain up-to-date progress records.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with schemes like Considerate Constructors Scheme (CCS), subcontractors, site representatives, Housing Associations, NHBC/Local Authority Building Control, suppliers, and utility companies.
• Maintain relationships with consultants, HSE, local authorities, and Environment Agency.

Finishing:

• Manage trades to ensure properties are finished to high standards.
• Oversee the maintenance of completed sites, including making good and final cleaning.

What You'll Need:

• Experience in building, construction, or maintenance roles.
• Ability to read and understand simple construction drawings, follow instructions, and execute tasks reliably.
• Certifications: CSCS Card, SMSTS.
• Own transport to and from sites is essential.

Why Join Us?

• Company Pension: Benefit from our Nest pension scheme.
• Annual Leave: 30 days of annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for ongoing personal and professional development, including training and career progression.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative environment focused on innovation and excellence.
• Team Events & Days Out: Participate in regular team events to foster a positive work culture.

If you are a skilled Senior Site Manager seeking to contribute to a growing company, we would love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter to emma.knight@.