Site Manager

Fawkes and Reece; Wigan; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece are recruiting an experienced Site Manager for a large residential development in Wigan. You will lead the site team on a 160‑unit timber frame scheme, oversee day‑to‑day construction operations and ensure delivery to the required quality and safety standards.

You will work with the Contracts Manager and project team to achieve targets, drive progress across plots and maintain programme integrity on an ongoing basis.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Site Manager on residential builds.
• Experience managing traditional and timber frame developments.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Focus on quality, health, safety and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Take day‑to‑day responsibility for the site and manage subcontractors and trades.
• Plan and monitor build progress to meet programme targets.
• Ensure plots progress efficiently and uphold NHBC standards.
• Lead site inductions, toolbox talks and site briefings.
• Maintain high standards of site presentation and housekeeping.
• Coordinate with Contracts Manager and project team to hit milestones.

Skills

Timber frame experience

Residential site management

Subcontractor management

Leadership

Planning & programming

Health & safety

Job description

Reference: MKSMWIGAN_1789038253
Posted: September 10, 2026

Fawkes & Reece are currently working with a highly regarded house builder who are looking for an experienced Site Manager to take responsibility for a large residential development in Wigan.

The successful candidate will take a key role on a 160-unit timber frame development, leading the site team and overseeing the day-to-day construction operations to ensure the development is delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager looking for an ongoing position with a respected house builder, working on a busy development with an established project team.

About the Role

As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the development, overseeing subcontractors, trades and site activities to ensure the project remains on programme and is delivered in line with the required quality and safety standards.

You will provide leadership across the site and work closely with the Contracts Manager and wider project team to ensure targets and key milestones are achieved.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Taking overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the site.
• Managing and coordinating subcontractors, trades and site labour.
• Planning and monitoring build progress against the construction programme.
• Ensuring plots are progressing efficiently and programme targets are achieved.
• Maintaining consistently high standards of health & safety across the development.
• Carrying out regular quality inspections and ensuring homes are built to the required specification.
• Identifying and resolving any issues that could affect programme, quality or cost.
• Leading site inductions, toolbox talks and regular site briefings.
• Monitoring subcontractor performance and ensuring works are completed to agreed standards.
• Maintaining excellent standards of site presentation and housekeeping.
• Liaising with the Contracts Manager, Project Manager and wider construction team.
• Ensuring all works comply with company procedures, building regulations and NHBC standards.
• Providing strong leadership and direction to the site team and subcontractors.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Site Manager with a strong background in residential new build construction.

Ideally, you will have:

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within residential house building.
• Previous experience managing traditional and/or timber frame developments.
• A strong understanding of residential construction methods and build sequencing.
• Experience managing multiple plots within a busy development.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to effectively manage subcontractors and site teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and programme management.
• A strong focus on quality, health & safety and delivery.
• The ability to work confidently and independently while being part of an established project team.

All candidates must hold the following qualifications/cards, and these must be in date:

• SMSTS
• CSCS
• First Aid
• Recent reference for a newbuild housing development

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected house builder on a 160-unit timber frame development in Wigan.

The position is available on an ongoing basis and would suit an experienced Site Manager looking for a long-term opportunity with a professional and established house builder.