Site Manager

Contract Scotland; Selkirk; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent housebuilder in Scottish Borders is seeking an experienced Site Manager for new housing developments. The role involves overseeing site operations, managing subcontractors, and ensuring all projects meet high standards on time and within budget. Candidates should have proven experience, relevant certifications, and strong leadership skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Car allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Long-term project pipeline

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing new-build housing developments.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Committed to maintaining high construction and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead site operations from groundworks to handover.
• Manage build programmes, quality standards, and budgets.
• Oversee subcontractors and ensure compliance with health & safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Site Manager - Residential Developments (Scottish Borders)

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Car Allowance
Location: Scottish Borders

An established and forward-thinking housebuilder is seeking an experienced Site Manager to take the lead on a new housing development in the Scottish Borders. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee quality residential projects with a pipeline of future work already secured in the region.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will be responsible for the day‑day management of all site operations — ensuring that homes are built to the highest standards, on time and within budget. You'll manage subcontractors, coordinate materials and trades, and maintain a strong focus on health, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead site operations from groundworks to handover
• Manage build programmes, quality standards, and budgets
• Oversee subcontractors and ensure compliance with health & safety regulations
• Liaise with clients, technical teams, and local authorities
• Deliver high‑quality homes that reflect attention to detail and craftsmanship

About You

• Proven experience managing new‑build housing developments
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certifications
• Excellent organisational and problem‑solving abilities
• Committed to maintaining high construction and safety standards

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary between £55,000 and £65,000
• Car allowance and comprehensive benefits package
• Long‑term pipeline of projects

Legal Information

We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.