Site Manager

Vistry Group; Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Site Manager for their Kenilworth site to oversee daily operations, manage project timelines, and ensure quality standards. Key responsibilities include directing teams, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate has a strong background in site management, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to foster a positive team culture. This role offers competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Annual bonus

Company car allowance

Up to 39 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee rewards portal

Qualifications

• Proven background in new build housing site management.
• Able to work as part of a team and autonomously.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor others.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site operations to ensure adherence to specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections to assess quality, safety, and progress.
• Monitor project progress, addressing delays and issues promptly.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Health & Safety knowledge

Time management

Communication

Detail-oriented

Stakeholder relationship building

Proficiency in MS Office

Job description

In a Nutshell

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Site Manager to join our team within Vistry South West Midlands, at our Kenilworth site (CV8 2SB). 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.

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× your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits

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

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.