Site Manager

Fawkes and Reece; Widnes; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes and Reece is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee a 200-unit timber-frame residential development in Widnes. You will ensure on-site activities are delivered safely, on programme and to the builder's quality requirements, working with subcontractors and site teams to maintain NHBC standards.

The role requires proven experience in new-build housing, timber-frame construction and a strong health & safety mindset, with SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Manager in new build housing
• Timber frame experience is essential
• Proven experience working to NHBC standards
• Strong knowledge of health & safety, quality and programme management
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site activities and ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to quality standards
• Coordinate subcontractors and site teams, monitor progress and ensure NHBC compliance
• Maintain site records and progress reporting to clients
• Manage subcontractors and site teams effectively to meet construction deadlines

Skills

Site management

Timber frame experience

NHBC standards

Health & safety

Communication

Organisational skills

Subcontractor management

Programme management

CSCS

SMSTS

First Aid

Job description

Reference: SMWIDNES_1788362287
Posted: September 2, 2026

We are currently looking for an experienced Site Manager to join a respected housebuilder on a 200-unit timber frame residential development in Widnes.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager with a solid background in new build housing, timber frame construction and NHBC standards to secure a 2-3 month contract starting in September 2026.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day activities on site, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

You will coordinate subcontractors and site teams, monitor progress and ensure the development is constructed to the housebuilder's quality requirements and NHBC standards.

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within new build housing
• Timber frame experience is essential
• Proven experience working to NHBC standards
• Strong understanding of new build residential construction and quality requirements
• Experience working on large-scale residential developments
• Valid SMSTS
• Valid CSCS
• Valid First Aid
• Strong knowledge of health & safety, quality and programme management
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage subcontractors and site teams effectively

Candidates must have previous new build housing experience, timber frame experience and a strong understanding of NHBC standards to be considered for this position.

• Location: Widnes, Cheshire
• Build Type: Timber Frame
• Duration: 2-3 months
• Start: September 2026
• Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience

The relevant contact for this role is Molly in our Bolton Office. You can contact me directly on 07894 990814 or via email at [e-mail] .

If suitable, we will be in touch to discuss this opportunity with you further.