Site Manager

Wates Group; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

26 days leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Long-term social housing

Building safety‑led delivery

Job summary

WPS is seeking an experienced Site Manager to deliver planned social housing works, including Higher‑Risk Buildings (HRBs). The role focuses on fire safety, structural safety and regulatory compliance on site.

You will manage day‑to‑day operations on HRB projects, ensuring works follow Gateway 2 approvals and approved designs, while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and documentation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on planned social housing works.
• HRB experience on live projects essential.
• Strong knowledge of Building Safety Act 2022 in practice.
• SSSTS minimum (SMSTS desirable).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Managing day‑to‑day site operations on planned social housing schemes, including HRBs
• Ensuring all works comply with Gateway 2 approvals and approved design information
• Leading site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver works safely and compliantly
• Managing fire and structural safety risks throughout construction activities
• Maintaining robust control of quality, programme and health & safety
• Acting as a key point of contact for building safety compliance on site

Skills

SSSTS

SMSTS

Job description

WPS are seeking an experienced Site Manager to deliver planned social housing works, including Higher‑Risk Buildings (HRBs), under the Building Safety Act 2022 and supporting regulations.

This role is suited to a hands‑on, site‑based professional with proven experience operating in complex residential or high‑rise environments, where fire safety, structural safety, and regulatory compliance are critical to successful delivery.

About The Role

As Site Manager, you will have full responsibility for the safe, compliant and high‑quality delivery of planned works on social housing schemes, including HRBs. You will be accountable for ensuring works are carried out strictly in line with approved Gateway 2 designs and that all building safety information is accurately recorded and maintained.

You will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, consultants and client stakeholders to ensure building safety risks are effectively managed on site.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Managing day‑to‑day site operations on planned social housing schemes, including HRBs
• Ensuring all works comply with Gateway 2 approvals and approved design information
• Leading site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to deliver works safely and compliantly
• Managing fire and structural safety risks throughout construction activities
• Maintaining robust control of quality, programme and health & safety
• Acting as a key point of contact for building safety compliance on site

Higher‑Risk Buildings (HRB) Experience – Essential

We are specifically seeking an experienced Site Manager on HRBs, with demonstrable, practical site experience including:

• Delivery of complex residential or high‑rise projects
• Strong working knowledge of fire safety systems, fire‑stopping and structural risk management
• Experience working under Building Safety Regulator oversight
• Ability to manage construction works strictly in line with approved Gateway 2 designs with no unauthorised deviations

Golden Thread Responsibilities

The successful candidate will ensure accurate, contemporaneous Golden Thread records are created, maintained and handed over, including (but not limited to):

• Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)
• Fire‑stopping evidence and sign‑off
• Installation and progress photography
• Product certification and compliance documentation

What We’re Looking For (Essential)

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on planned social housing works
• Demonstrable HRB experience on live projects
• Strong understanding of Building Safety Act 2022 requirements in practice
• SSSTS minimum (SMSTS desirable)
• Ability to manage works in line with approved designs and regulatory approvals
• Strong documentation, reporting and record‑keeping discipline
• Full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Secure, long‑term social housing programmes
• A role at the forefront of building safety‑led delivery

This is a critical role for a safety‑led Site Manager who understands the responsibility and accountability that comes with delivering works on Higher‑Risk Buildings.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre‑employment checks.

Our Commitments

WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.

We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at [e-mail]