Site Manager

Vistry Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction and property is seeking a Site Manager to oversee operations at their Overstone location. The role involves managing teams and ensuring project timelines and quality standards are met, while adhering to health and safety regulations. Competitive salary, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits are offered to the right candidate, who will play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable communities.

Benefits

Company car or travel allowance

Up to 39 days annual leave with service

Private medical insurance

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance at 4 x annual salary

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Proven background in new build housing site management.
• Strong attention to detail and thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation.
• Experience in managing projects and delivering quality work on time.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site operations to ensure adherence to specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Monitor project progress, addressing delays, risks, or issues promptly.

Skills

Project Management

Health & Safety Knowledge

Time Management

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Relationship

Education

NVQ Level 4/5/6 or BTEC diploma in Building Construction

Job description

In a Nutshell…

We have a new opportunity for a Site Manager to join our team within Vistry Northern Home Counties, at our Overstone site (NN6 0GQ). As our Site Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a construction site, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. They manage teams, coordinate resources, enforce health and safety regulations, and liaise with contractors, suppliers, partners and customers.

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you…

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

In return, what we would like from you…

• Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality
• A proven background in new build housing site management
• Proven ability to manage projects and deliver quality work on time, within budget
• Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously
• Able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of Health & Safety legislation
• Thorough, with strong attention to detail
• Strong Time management skills with an ability to prioritise
• Proficient in MS Office programmes; particularly Word and Outlook
• Ability to build productive stakeholder relationships
• Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels
• Strong leadership skills with an ability to mentor and develop others

Desirable…

• NVQ Level 4/5/6, BTEC diploma in Building Construction or similar
• Valid Scaffold Appreciation certificate
• Black CSCS Card
• Valid SMSTS certificate
• Valid First Aid at Work certificate
• Valid LOLER certificate
• Valid CITB SEATS & Temporary works Certificate
• Trade experience

More about the Site Manager role…

• Oversee site operations to ensure adherence to specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations, promoting a safety culture.
• Direct labour, equipment, and resources to achieve project completion on time and within budget.
• Monitor project progress, addressing delays, risks, or issues promptly.
• Conduct regular site inspections to assess quality, safety, and progress.
• Coordinate with the Buying and Surveying teams to ensure timely procurement of materials and services.
• Manage site teams, monitor performance, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Attend weekly meetings with the site sales executive.
• Ensure permits and inspections are in place before and during the project.
• Conduct site inductions for new personnel and subcontractors on health and safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of site activities and project documentation.
• Support site logistics to ensure proper material storage and availability.
• Oversee project closeout, ensuring all tasks are completed and documentation submitted.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and regulations.
• Develop and lead staff to maintain high morale and performance.
• Support training and development of team members.
• Ensure 100% compliance with NHBC standards and building regulations.
• Conduct appraisals and address development needs with HR support.
• Ensure a harassment-free work environment.

Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us…

We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.

Join us in making Vistry.

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In Short

• Industry Construction & Property
• Founded 2020
• Location United Kingdom
• Company size 1000 - 4999

About The Company

At Vistry, we build more than homes. We take a partnership-led approach to build sustainable communities where they’re needed most – that’s why we’re the UK’s leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. And as a responsible developer, we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. We make sure our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality.

We’re proud to have been awarded a 5 Star Rating by the Home Builders Federation because sustainability, social value, quality of life, and making memories mean everything to us; the service we deliver and the homes we build are our defining legacy. Our renowned brands, Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes, make this possible. With Vistry Works (our manufacturing operation supporting our drive towards net zero) and Vistry Services (our support functions) too, we can build something better for everyone and deliver thousands of homes yearly for affordable and private marketplaces.

Our sustainability strategy focuses on climate, resources, and building communities. To be net zero by 2040 we’re improving operational processes and embracing circular economy principles. Our sustainable communities are leaving a legacy of improvement on the areas we create.

From memories and communities to worthwhile careers, we’re making Vistry. Diversity and inclusion are a top priority, so we’re proud to champion family-friendly policies, as well as our various groups, networks and committees that amplify and celebrate all voices.They help build our fair and respectful culture, and because we recognise diversity in every form, we can appreciate the value everyone brings. We’re also recognised for our Gold Award commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant, as a Top Employer, in Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and the Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. It goes without saying that we offer reasonable adjustments during the application process. Let us know how we can support you, and we’ll provide the opportunities you need to shape and develop a diverse career.

Apply today to start making Vistry with us.

Our Story

Vistry Group isthe UK's leading provider of affordable multi-tenure homes. And even though Vistry was only formed at the start of 2020, we have a surprisinglylong and proud history!

Our Unique Culture

At Vistry our purpose as a responsible developer is to work in partnership to deliver sustainable homes, communities and social value, leaving a lasting legacy of places people love. Our culture and values of Integrity, Caring, and Quality shape all we do.

Learning & Development

When it comes to our people, we have a clear and defined approach to helping them thrive. After all, our success relies on our teams, and we can only achieve our goals if we put our people first. Our people strategy focuses on three key aims: attracting, developing, and retaining the people who make us great. This strategy is continuously evolving; we update the Group and all colleagues at every opportunity so we can share what is being achieved by our People Team.

Our mindset and the strategy we’ve created play a vital role in the relationship we have with our teams. It helps us improve leadership, enhance our culture, and promote diversity, equality and inclusion. It also helps us develop our people and encourages us to do all we can to make sure they fulfil their potential.

Behind our goals and desire to drive performance, our people strategy is quite simply the heart of our business. It’s the overwhelming understanding that we all want to do the right thing.

Diversity

Our people prove that there is real strength in diversity. Across Vistry Group, we value different perspectives, experiences, opinions and communication styles. We hear every employee’s voice, and receive regular feedback from our Employee Engagement Survey through which we gain specific insight in response to questions related directly to how our people feel about diversity & inclusion (D&I) at Vistry Group; these suggestions and ideas influence positive change and improvement so that our people and the Group thrive. We work hard to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves and do their best work.

Thanks to our D&I strategy, we’re able to continually build a business that accurately reflects our customers, our communities and our clients’ needs.