Site Manager

Fawkes and Reece; Littlehampton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable house builder based near Littlehampton is seeking an experienced Site Manager for timber-frame developments. The successful candidate will oversee daily site operations, ensuring builds meet NHBC standards, coordinating subcontractors, and driving high-quality, customer-focused results. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to advance their careers within a 5* housebuilder that values leadership and quality in construction.

Qualifications

• Proven track record working with large regional developer or PLC housebuilder.
• In-depth knowledge of NHBC standards and Building Regulations.
• Demonstrable success in achieving NHBC Pride in the job quality awards is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the build program from groundworks to handover.
• Ensure plots are built to NHBC standards and defects are managed.
• Coordinate subcontractors to ensure adherence to specifications.
• Work with customer care and sales teams for smooth handover.
• Keep accurate site records including diaries and inspection requests.
• Attend and manage NHBC key stage inspections.

Skills

Proven track record as a Site Manager

Knowledge of NHBC standards

Strong technical understanding of timberframe methods

Hands-on leadership

Relationship building with trades

Job description

Reference: Site Manager_1765392920
Posted: December 10, 2025

We are currently supporting a reputable house builder who are looking to bring an experienced site manager onto one their timber-frame developments near Littlehampton!

About the role of Site Manager

As the Site Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of this timber frame development. Managing all on site operations. your leadership will be key in driving the team towards the successful delivery of the development ensuring quality, strong communication and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities for the Site Manager

• Manage the build programme from groundworks through to CML and handover
• Ensure all plots are built to NHBC standards, ready for inspections, and defects are managed promptly
• Coordinate and manager subcontractors to ensure adherence to programme, specification and quality
• Work closely with the customer care and sales teams to achieve a smooth handover and maintain 5* customer satisfaction
• Keep accurate site records including diaries, material call-offs, inspection requests and quality signoffs
• Attend and manage NHBC key stage inspections
• Drive standards on sites, ensuring trades deliver first time quality and homes are ready
• Develop and mentor Assistant Site Managers and site teams, supporting succession and career growth

Requirements for the Site Manager

• Proven track record as a Site Manager working with large regional developer or PLC housebuilder
• in-depth knoweldge of NHBC standards and Building Regulations
• Demonstrable success in achieving or working toward NHBC Pride in the job quality awards would be desirable
• Delivering homes with minimal defects and ensuring high customer satisfaction scores
• Strong technical understanding of timberframe / traditional build methods
• Hands on leader who can build strong relationships with trades, subcontractors and consultants

What on offer:

This is a brilliant opportunity for a confident and focused individual to join a 5* housebuilder who wants to develop their career.

If you want to hear more about this Site Manager role, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Chelsey Potter in our Brighton Office on 01273003033 / [e-mail]