Site Manager

CONTRACT SCOTLAND LIMITED; Selkirk; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected housebuilder in the Scottish Borders seeks an experienced Site Manager to oversee the management of new residential developments. The ideal candidate has proven experience in housing projects, strong leadership abilities, and relevant certifications. This role offers a competitive salary of £55,000 to £65,000, a car allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package, along with a stable working environment and a focus on quality and safety.

Benefits

Car allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Long-term pipeline of projects

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

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-to-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

If you’re a motivated Site Manager looking for a stable role with a respected housebuilder and the opportunity to shape growing communities in the Scottish Borders, we’d love to hear from you.

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.