Site Manager

Vanbrugh Group Limited; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanbrugh Group is recruiting a Site Manager to oversee social housing refurbishment projects in Canterbury and surrounding areas, as part of SHDF funded energy efficiency works including insulation upgrades, heat pumps and solar panels.

You will schedule and coordinate works, manage construction programs, supervise subcontractors and ensure high safety standards while maintaining client relationships on site.

Qualifications

• SMSTS and First Aid at Work certificates are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations on site.
• Coordinate subcontractors and internal trades to ensure timely project delivery.
• Maintain full compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and regular safety inspections.
• Serve as the main client-facing representative on site, maintaining strong communication and professionalism.
• Monitor project programme, budget, and quality.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams effectively.

Skills

SMSTS certificates

First Aid at Work

Job description

Vanbrugh Group are currently assisting one of our main contractor clients to recruit a Site Manager into their business.

The company are a leading and highly respected local authority refurbishment contractor operating in the Kent region.

Following continued expansion through repeat business they have been successful in securing long term, guaranteed work in the Canterbury and surrounding areas.

The works form part of the SHDF (Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund) and primarily involve energy efficiency measures such as improving insulation, installing heat pumps, and solar panels in order to improve energy efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in social housing properties.

As Site Manager you will be responsible for scheduling and coordinating works, managing and adjusting construction programs, supervising subcontractors and ensuring high levels of health and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day operations on site
• Coordinate subcontractors and internal trades to ensure timely project delivery
• Maintain full compliance with health and safety regulations
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and regular safety inspections
• Serve as the main client-facing representative on site, maintaining strong communication and professionalism
• Monitor project programme, budget, and quality
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams effectively

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience delivering social housing or similar refurbishment projects
• SMSTS and First Aid at Work certificates (essential)
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Professional and confident in client-facing roles
• Full Driving License