Site Manager

Persimmon Homes; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Site Manager to oversee construction projects. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure that developments meet quality standards and timelines while managing site safety and compliance. Your expertise in the house building industry will be essential as you coordinate with various stakeholders and lead a team to success. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including a company car or allowance, life cover, and a contributory pension. Join a company committed to your development and the delivery of quality homes.

Benefits

Company Car or Car Allowance

Life Cover

Contributory Pension

Employee Benefits Platform

High-street Discounts

Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• Experience in the house building industry is essential.
• Understanding of NHBC, LABC, or Premier standards required.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction site to ensure timely completion and safety compliance.
• Coordinate activities with external parties for project success.

Skills

Construction Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management

Tools

CSCS Card

SMSTS Certification

Job description

Job Title: Site Manager

Location: Penwortham, PR1 (Initial Assignment)

Looking for a career where your ambition meets real opportunity? Join Persimmon Homes as a Site Manager and step into a role where your success is celebrated, your growth supported, and your work truly matters.

Why Persimmon Homes?

At Persimmon, we don't just build homes - we build careers. When you join us as a Site Manager, you'll benefit from:

• Competitive salary
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• 5* housebuilder - Be part of a company that consistently delivers quality homes and outstanding customer satisfaction
• Life Cover & Contributory Pension
• Employee Benefits Platform - giving you access to high-street discounts, wellbeing support, and more
• Committed to diversity, inclusion, and empowering your development

What is the role?

The purpose of the role is to manage the construction site according to company guidelines and goals, ensuring all aspects of the project are in conformity with proposed budgets, timelines, and construction and quality standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage a construction site to ensure the development is completed on time, to specification, and safety regulations, while complying with company and construction build and quality standards
• Ensure all quality and safety inspections are within quality control standards and carried out in accordance with Group guidelines
• Facilitate communication and coordinate activities with external third parties, such as warranty providers, local authorities, and utility companies to ensure achievement of the build programme
• Maintain accurate records for the development including staff inductions, health, safety and environment reports, timesheets, incident reports, and quality control checklists
• Ensure materials are called off in a timely manner, checked, and stored in accordance with Group guidelines
• Direct and supervise the activity of the workforce, including subcontractors, to ensure works are completed on time, to the desired quality standards, and within budget
• Work cohesively with other departments such as Sales and Customer Care to ensure targets are met, including prompt resolution of customer issues and timely updates on plot progress
• Ensure compliance of the site workforce and visitors with the Group Health, Safety, and Environment Policy to minimize incidents and accidents
• This role involves travel across various sites in the region and occasional trips to other Group offices

What experience do I need?

• Experience within the house building industry is essential
• Understanding of NHBC, LABC, or Premier standards
• Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation
• Current CSCS Card (Construction Skills Certification Scheme)
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) is preferred
• Full UK Driving Licence is required
• Qualified to minimum NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management is preferred

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