Site Manager

WATES; Tetford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Wates is seeking a Site Manager to drive quality and safety standards for high-profile construction projects. This role involves collaboration with Project Managers and executing projects while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, providing an opportunity for career growth within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary & profit share scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Car Allowance or Company Car

Private Medical Insurance

8% Employer Pension Contributions

Health & Wellness programs

26 days holidays + bank holidays

Comprehensive learning and development opportunities

26 weeks fully paid maternity leave

12 weeks fully paid paternity leave

Qualifications

• Proven skills in managing construction projects.
• Experience with safety and environmental standards.
• Capacity to work collaboratively with various teams.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Wates Operating Framework ensuring Zero Harm.
• Manage Quality aspects according to the Project Quality Plan.
• Plan and manage works to meet construction milestones.

Skills

Project Management

Health and Safety Standards

Quality Management

Collaborative Planning

Education

Relevant Qualification in Construction Management

Job description

The Vacancy

Wates is seeking a Site Manager to join our Construction team, focusing on high-profile, technically complex projects across multiple sectors.

If you are passionate about the construction industry, possess proven skills, and seek an opportunity to challenge norms, bring fresh ideas, and advance your career, we invite you to join us and help create tomorrow together.

This role offers a great opportunity to progress within a talented, diverse, and supportive team.

About the Role

Our Site Managers are essential to our business, driving quality, safety, health, and environmental standards. They collaborate with Project Managers to ensure the highest standards of project completion.

As a Site Manager, you will:

• Implement the Wates Operating Framework and commit to achieving Zero Harm on our sites.
• Manage all Quality aspects in accordance with the Project Quality Plan.
• Plan and manage works to meet construction milestones and completion dates, using collaborative planning with the supply chain.
• Review and understand all relevant design information for your section of work.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & profit share scheme
• Flexible working arrangements
• Car Allowance / Company Car (role/grade dependent)
• Travel coverage to any of our sites (subject to HMRC rates)
• Extensive benefits including Private Medical, 8% Employer Pension Contributions, Health & Wellness programs, 26 days holidays + bank holidays, and more.
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities for career growth.
• Industry-leading family leave benefits: 26 weeks fully paid maternity leave, 12 weeks fully paid paternity leave.

To learn more about LIFE AT WATES, visit our careers page.

We welcome new talent to help us grow and innovate. Even if you lack some listed skills, many are transferable within the WATES Group.

If you need clarity about our vacancies, wish to discuss career opportunities confidentially, or require assistance with our recruitment process, contact our In-House Recruitment Team at [e-mail].

As a responsible employer, we are committed to equality and proud to hold accolades including Gold Investors in People and being a Disability Confident employer. Being family-owned, we value long-term relationships.

This position requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS). Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually. For more info, visit DBS details.

Work for Wates

Wates is a leading UK family-owned development, construction, and property maintenance company with over 125 years of legacy.

Our purpose is ‘Reimagining places for people to thrive,’ guided by three promises:

• Thriving places: Creating sustainable, inclusive communities.
• Thriving planet: Protecting nature and combating climate change.
• Thriving people: Fostering inclusive opportunities and relationships.

We are recognized as a Gold Investors in People and a Disability Confident employer, committed to fair recruitment practices regardless of background.