Site Manager

Avocet; Cheddar; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

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This Exclusive Housing Developer is looking for a technically oriented Site Manager to join them on a brand new development comprised of 40 eco homes in North Somerset.

JOB ROLE

The successful candidate will join an established team of knowledgeable employees/subcontractors supported by an award-winning design and engineering team. There will be a period of training/mentorship where the successful applicant will work alongside one of our current site managers.

This is an unparalleled opportunity to work on a project at the forefront of sustainable construction and we require all applicants to be committed to developing a specialism in this area.

The successful candidate will be working with a small team in a fast-changing industry, and there will be plenty of opportunity for growth. We actively support further professional development including qualifications in both site management and sustainability such as the Passive House tradesperson course.

Responsibilities

1. SITE SAFETY
   • Risk assessments, method statements and COSHH
   • Site inductions, sign in records, near miss/accident reporting, etc.
   • Tool box talks (and records)
   • Support office team in creating Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMP) and advising when updates are required
   • Weekly site checklist (taking remedial action as required)
   • Plant and tool maintenance (ensuring all are safe for use and appropriate records kept)
2. TEAM AND TASK MANAGEMENT
   • Support office team in creating/maintaining construction schedules, providing regular feedback on site progress and issues arising
   • Site diary updates
   • Task allocation for onsite employees and subcontractors
   • Performance review and feedback for site employees
   • Coordination of third parties: subcontractors, utilities, mechanics etc.
   • Coordination of deliveries to site
3. ONSITE SUPPORT
   • Work alongside our consultancy team to develop skills in reviewing for airtightness and thermal breaks as well as gaining knowledge of sustainable building techniques
   • Help facilitate dynamic construction problem solving across our site and consultancy teams as they work together to develop sustainable solutions
   • Provide site labour on an ad-hoc basis when required to support the team (large deliveries, meeting deadlines, etc.)
   • Support architect and in-house engineers in surveying and site set out
4. LABOUR AND MATERIAL SOURCING
   • Subcontractor identification, associated tender processes and appointment
   • Purchase of new and reclaimed non-specialist building materials
   • Waste management
   • Plant and tool identification, comparison studies and purchase

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Experience in all areas listed under SITE SAFETY above (essential)
• Completion of relevant construction health and safety courses such as SMSTS (essential)
• Min 3 years experience working on a construction site (essential)
• Min 18 months experience in a site manager role (essential)
• Experience in a Site Manager role (desired)
• Professional qualification related to site management (desired)
• A full UK/European driving licence (essential)
• Good spoken and written English (essential)

QUALITIES

As a team, we are focused on projects that drive innovation in sustainability within the built environment. It is important that all members of our team have a passion for low energy design and a strong desire to have a positive impact on our planet. The position also requires the following attributes:

• An analytical, inquisitive mindset that derives satisfaction and enjoyment from identifying, defining and solving problems.
• Conscientious and thorough - picking up mistakes quickly and ensuring the site is safely operated.
• Passionate and proactive with a positive can-do attitude that resonates throughout the team motivating those around you.

Should you feel this could be the job for you, please contact us ASAP to progress application.