Site Manager

Vanbrugh Group Limited; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority refurbishment contractor in Canterbury is seeking a Site Manager to oversee operations and manage refurbishments in social housing. Responsibilities include coordinating subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining communication with clients. Essential qualifications include experience in similar projects and relevant certifications. This position offers a chance to join a company known for excellent staff retention and career development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering social housing or similar refurbishment projects.
• SMSTS and First Aid at Work certificates are essential.
• Professional and confident in client-facing roles.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

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

If you are interested in joining a business with excellent staff retention and an unrivalled track record in developing careers then please feel free to get in touch