Site Manager

Fawkes and Reece; Fleetwood; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes and Reece is recruiting an experienced Residential New Build Site Manager for a Fleetwood development. You will lead day-to-day site operations, oversee subcontractors, and ensure construction meets programme, safety and quality standards on a high-profile residential project.

The role requires strong leadership, a track record in traditional or timber-frame residential builds, and relevant certifications (SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid).

Qualifications

• SMSTS - Site Management Safety Training Scheme.
• CSCS card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme).
• First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of the residential development.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades, deliveries and site operatives.
• Maintain high health & safety, quality and workmanship standards.

Skills

SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid

Job description

Reference: MKSMFLEET_1787844047
Posted: August 27, 2026

Experienced Residential New Build Site Manager

Location: Fleetwood, Lancashire
Job Type: Freelance / Temporary
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing project
Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Residential New Build Site Manager to join a well-established and highly regarded housebuilder on a new build development in Fleetwood, Lancashire.

Our client is an established housebuilder with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, affordable homes, while also maintaining a clear commitment to social value and supporting local communities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager to join an established project team and take responsibility for the successful delivery of a residential development from site commencement through to completion.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in residential new build, with proven experience managing plots, subcontractors, site operations, health & safety, quality and programme.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and delivery of the development, ensuring that construction is completed safely, efficiently, on programme and to the required quality standards.

You will work closely with the Project Manager / Contracts Manager and wider site team, coordinating subcontractors and trades while maintaining excellent standards across the development.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the residential development, overseeing construction activities from groundwork through to completion. This will include coordinating subcontractors, trades, deliveries and site operatives, ensuring works are progressing in line with the agreed build programme, drawings and specifications.

A key part of the role will be maintaining high standards of health & safety, quality and workmanship across the development. You will carry out regular site inspections, monitor progress and workmanship, conduct toolbox talks and site briefings, and ensure that any defects, issues or delays are identified and dealt with promptly.

You will work closely with the wider site team, providing regular updates on progress and helping to resolve any construction issues. You will also be responsible for maintaining accurate site records, coordinating inspections and handovers, and ensuring properties are completed to the required standard and programme.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Residential New Build Site Manager who is confident taking ownership of site operations and managing multiple trades and subcontractors.

You should have a proven track record working on traditional or timber-frame residential developments, with a strong understanding of the housebuilding process from groundworks through to finishing and handover.

The ideal candidate will be:

• Experienced within residential new build housing.
• Confident managing subcontractors and multiple trades.
• Strong on health & safety and site compliance.
• Quality focused with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
• Comfortable working to tight programmes and deadlines.
• A strong communicator who can effectively manage trades and subcontractors.
• Organised, proactive and able to work independently.li>
• Professional and approachable, with the ability to build strong working relationships.
• Experienced in maintaining high standards of build quality and presentation.

Candidates must hold the following current qualifications/certifications:

• SMSTS - Site Management Safety Training Scheme
• CSCS
• Recent and Relevant References

In addition, candidates must have proven experience managing residential new build developments.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a well-established housebuilder that has a strong reputation within the sector and a genuine focus on delivering affordable housing and positive social value.

You will be joining an experienced project team and working on an established residential development in Fleetwood, with the potential for ongoing work for the right candidate.

If you are an experienced Residential New Build Site Manager looking for your next opportunity and have the required SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications, we would like to hear from you.