Site Manager

Wates; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Car allowance

Wider benefits package

Job summary

Wates Property Services is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee external planned maintenance works across occupied social housing projects in the Birmingham area. You will lead subcontractors, direct labour and site teams to deliver on programme, quality and safety targets.

The role requires strong communication with residents and clients, thorough risk assessments and a proactive approach to site logistics, reporting and stakeholder management. A valid UK driving license is essential.

Qualifications

• Delivery of planned maintenance in occupied social housing.
• Strong health & safety, compliance and quality focus.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Manage subcontractors, direct labour and site teams.
• Plan and coordinate daily site operations.
• Monitor programme, quality and HSE performance.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure procedures are followed.
• Build relationships with residents, clients and internal teams.
• Oversee site logistics, materials and resources.
• Provide progress reports and updates to programme.
• Support commercial performance and delivery targets.
• Promote safety, quality and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure works meet contract requirements and standards.

Skills

Site management

Health & Safety

Stakeholder management

Construction supervision

Driving licence

Education

SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid

Job description

Site Manager

Working for Wates Property Services

Wates Property Services is continuing to grow following the successful mobilisation of major planned maintenance, retrofit and decarbonisation contracts across the UK. As our portfolio of work expands, we’re investing in talented people who want to make a genuine impact within local communities while building a long-term career with one of the UK’s leading property services providers.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee the delivery of external planned maintenance works, on what is Wates Property Services’ largest contract to date.

Opportunity Snapshot

• Managing external works stream within one of WPS’s most significant contracts.
• Covering projects across North Birmingham, with a designated home office based in Regal Court, Kings Norton.
• Leading subcontractors, direct labour and operational teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Ensuring health and safety is at the highest standards during home visits.

Main Duties

• Managing subcontractors, direct labour and site teams.
• Planning and coordinating daily site operations.
• Monitoring programme, quality and health & safety performance.
• Conducting site inspections and ensuring compliance with company procedures.
• Building strong relationships with residents, clients and internal stakeholders.
• Managing site logistics, materials and operational resources.
• Producing progress reports and programme updates.
• Supporting commercial performance and programme delivery targets.
• Driving a culture of safety, quality and customer satisfaction across all activities.
• Ensuring FRA or Roofing works are delivered in accordance with contract requirements and industry standards.

Experience We’re Seeking

• Delivering planned maintenance projects within occupied social housing properties.
• Proven experience managing site-based teams, subcontractors and multiple workstreams.
• Strong understanding of health & safety, compliance and quality requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working for a Tier 1 contractor.
• Experience delivering large-scale social housing planned maintenance programmes.
• Relevant industry qualifications such as SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid.

Our Commitments

Bonus scheme, car allowance and wider benefits package will be discussed during the screening process.

WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We don’t discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme.

Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at #####.

Salary

Salary