Site Manager

Caval Limited; Pocklington; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

Caval Limited seeks an experienced Site Manager for a 3-month freelance contract in Pocklington to oversee 18 assisted living bungalows valued at £2m-£4m. You will coordinate subcontractors, enforce safety standards, and drive on-site delivery from groundworks through completion.

Must have a proven track record in residential developments and at least 5 years as a Site Manager, with strong leadership and communication skills to manage stakeholders and costs effectively.

Qualifications

• SMSTS - essential
• First Aid - essential
• Valid CSCS - essential
• Proven track record delivering projects valued between £2m-£5m
• Residential developments experience: new-build housing, assisted living, retirement living, or extra-care schemes
• 5+ years as Site Manager overseeing groundworks to completion

Responsibilities

• Inductions
• Tool box talks
• Site safety inductions
• Liaise with external stakeholders
• Conduct and attend routine site meetings
• Reporting to Director
• Address problems or disputes on site
• Oversee package expenses within budget
• Comply with health and safety regulations
• Coordinate and manage daily site activities
• Manage resources (materials, equipment, labor)
• Serve as principal contact for project team and clients
• Maintain records of contracts, permits, change orders
• Enhance client relationships and resolve concerns
• Organize inspections by authorities and address corrections

Skills

SMSTS

First Aid

CSCS

Residential delivery

Team leadership

Health & Safety

Budget & scheduling

Stakeholder liaison

Coordination

Construction methods

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Site Manager - Pocklington

Project: Construction of 18 assisted living bungalows valued at £2m-£4m
Location: Pocklington, East Riding of Yorkshire
Duration: 3 Months
Job Type: Freelance / Contract
Reporting into: Director

What We're Looking For

Relevant Qualifications:

• SMSTS - essential
• First Aid - essential
• Valid CSCS - essentialExperience:

• Proven track record delivering projects valued between £2m-£5m
• Previous experience successfully delivering residential developments, including new-build housing, assisted living, retirement living, or extra-care schemes
• Extensive construction industry experience with at least 5 years working as a Site Manager, overseeing projects from groundworks through to completion

Key Skills:

• Superb negotiation abilities
• Competent IT / software skills
• Extensive Health and Safety knowledge
• Effective communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to organise and manage project schedules
• Proven ability to lead, support, and direct a team effectively
• A solid understanding of relevant regulations and standards
• In-depth understanding of construction methods, materials, and building processes
• Exceptional focus on detail to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications

About the Company

Our client is a well-established construction contractor with over 25 years of industry experience, delivering high-quality projects across the residential, commercial, healthcare, education, and industrial sectors. Renowned for their commitment to quality, safety and client satisfaction, they have built a strong reputation for delivering projects on time, within budget and to the highest standards.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a £2m - £4m development comprising 18 assisted living bungalows. You will manage all site operations, coordinate subcontractors, ensure health and safety compliance, and drive the project through to successful completion. This role requires a hands-on leader with proven experience delivering residential or assisted living schemes to programme, budget, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Inductions
• Tool box talks
• Site safety inductions
• Liaise with external stakeholders
• Conduct and attend routine site meetings
• Reporting regularly and consistently to the Director
• Address any problems or disputes that arise throughout
• Oversee package expenses, maintaining alignment with the budget
• Comply with health and safety regulations throughout all work operations
• Recognise possible threats to the works, implementing strategies to address them
• Coordinate and manage daily site activities, overseeing workers, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Managing resources such as materials, equipment, and labor to ensure they are used efficiently and effectively
• Serve as the principal contact between the project team, clients, and stakeholders, delivering regular updates on project progress
• Maintaining precise records of all project elements, such as contracts, permits, change orders, and communications
• Enhance and maintain positive client relationships by resolving concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with project developments
• Organize and supervise inspections conducted by regulatory authorities, ensuring necessary corrections or adjustments are promptly addressed

Contact Details:

Simon Jones - Regional Manager

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