Site Manager

Places for People; Watton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car or Car Allowance

Pension with matched contributions up

Bonus scheme

35 days holiday with option to buy/sow

Healthcare cashback plan

Wellbeing support

Discounts via Place Rewards

Training & career progression

Life Assurance

Job summary

Places for People is hiring a Site Manager to oversee production on site, coordinating with Build Managers, subcontractors and internal teams to deliver homes on schedule and within budget.

You will ensure safety, quality and compliance across all site activities, driving documentation, inspections and handover readiness while leading a multi-trade workforce.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Site Manager for a housebuilder delivering fast-paced new build residential developments.
• Strong understanding of traditional build, timber frame and modular construction methods.
• Valid SMSTS qualification.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all production activities on site, ensuring homes are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
• Coordinate day-to-day site operations with Build Managers, subcontractors and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
• Maintain accurate site records and uphold the highest standards of workmanship throughout every stage of the build process.
• Lead site meetings and manage programme delivery.

Skills

Site management

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

SMSTS qualification

Tools

Asta Powerproject

COINS

MS Office (Excel/Outlook/Word/Teams)

Job description

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises.

That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work.

As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!

More about your role

As a Site Manager, you'll oversee all production activities on site, ensuring homes are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with Build Managers, subcontractors and internal teams, you'll coordinate day-to-day site operations, manage programme delivery and drive a positive site culture. You'll ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards, maintain accurate site records and uphold the highest standards of workmanship throughout every stage of the build process.

Essential criteria

• Previous experience working as a Site Manager for a housebuilder delivering fast-paced new build residential developments from inception through to completion.
• Strong understanding of traditional build, timber frame and modular construction methods.
• Valid SMSTS qualification.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word and Teams.

More about you

You'll be an experienced construction professional with a proven ability to manage multiple trades, subcontractors and stakeholders to achieve programme, quality and budget objectives. You'll be confident leading site meetings, maintaining build stage inspection standards and ensuring plots are fully completed before handover. Experience producing construction programmes using software such as Asta Powerproject would be advantageous, alongside knowledge of COINS and temporary works procedures, or a willingness to undertake further training in these areas.

Benefits

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
• Bonus scheme
• 35 days holiday (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell days
• Healthcare cashback plan for everyday medical costs, with private GP and health support services available
• Comprehensive wellbeing support including counselling, flu jabs, our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and access to our Wellbeing Hub, supporting your mental, physical and financial wellbeing
• Access to Our Place Rewards, offering discounts and savings on groceries, travel, shopping, home products and other lifestyle purchases
• Ongoing training, professional qualifications, internal development programmes and career progression opportunities
• Recognition programmes including Star Awards and Colleague Awards, celebrating achievements and recognising great work
• Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and colleague engagement
• Free membership to Places Gyms
• Life Assurance to provide financial security for your loved ones, alongside access to will writing services to help you plan for the future with confidence