Site Manager – Fire Risk Assessment Works

Cardo Group; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Cardo Group is seeking a Site Manager to lead Fire Risk Assessment projects in Slough. You will manage contractors, ensure safety and quality, and act as the client and resident liaison across multiple refurbishment sites.

The role requires strong housing sector knowledge, SMSTS, CSCS, and a track record in delivering on time within budget. Travel to assigned sites will be needed as part of the job.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of site management experience in housing/building projects.
• Strong knowledge of social housing maintenance and planned works.
• Broad understanding of construction sector and refurbishment delivery.
• Experience managing stakeholder communications with residents and clients.
• Familiar with health & safety regulations and PAS2030/MCS standards.
• Access to driving license and willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate site activities with contractors to hit budget and schedule.
• Ensure works comply with programme, drawings, specs and safety standards.
• Engage with Building Control and statutory requirements and maintain compliance.
• Represent Cardo Group in client meetings and resident interactions.
• Maintain project governance, updates, risk, and cost control.
• Liaise with Resident Liaison Officers for pre-consultation and updates.
• Update project documentation and enable audits per Cardo procedures.

Skills

Site management

Social housing knowledge

Construction industry

Refurbishment projects

Leaseholder consultation

Stakeholder communication

Complaint resolution

Education

SMSTS qualification

CSCS card

Building/trade qualification

Asbestos Awareness Certification

Driving licence

Fire Assessment surveying/remedial works

Job description

Who We Are:Cardo Group is a social housing property maintenance company.Our multi-company group specializes in maintenance, compliance, and retrofit services with a growing national footprint. With ambitious plans for further national expansion, we are committed to making a lasting impact in the industry.We are currently looking for aSite Managerto join our team in Slough. This is working on Fire Risk Assessment works.As Site Manager you are responsible for providing an excellent service that is safe, effective and efficient in the delivery of a variety of projects and programs across our varying contracts and ensuring that all works are delivered to the high-quality standards that our clients expect from us in an efficient and VFM manner.As well as this you will be acting as the company’s representation to our clients and their residents, providing effective and efficient communication between the client, residents and our internal project teams.The Site Manager will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships between Cardo and its clients by being open, honest, and transparent.

Accountabilities/Responsibilities:

• Working closely with contractors and suppliers and making sure the project is finished within the allotted budget and timeframe.
• You will also be in charge of making sure that all work is completed in line with the programme of works whilst ensuring highest standards of health & safety are observed and followed.
• Working with and too Building Control regulations and requirements as well as all other statutory and mandatory regulations/legislation and requirements including best practice.
• Working to drawings and specifications.
• Attend both internal and client meetings representing the business in a professional manner.
• Generate, review and achieve programme performance.
• Be organised and proficient in the use of various of ICT systems, regulations, and legislation to the entire building/construction industry as well as H&S and the landlord and tenants act.
• Must be able to adapt and have a willing attitude to work on other departmental work streams for the purpose of team playing and cross covering.
• Involve residents in the overall process and ensure they are aware of current situations.
• Develop effective working relationships with residents, direct labour operatives, sub-contractors, clients, building control and the local fire authority.
• Act as the representative and be the face of Cardo Group.
• Carry out/support the customer liaison officers with resident consultation / engagement and to support the project team in pre-consultation and update meetings.
• Encourage positive relationships between the company and the resident’s ensuring actions are followed up
• Ensure works are installed to PAS2030/MCS requirements.
• Providing clear and concise communication on progress and activity in both technical and clear simple terms
• Convey accurate information both to residents and from residents to the project team.
• Take ownership and deal with customer/resident complaints through to completion and sharing lessons learnt with the project team and senior management team.
• Strong negotiation and being able to deliver your point in a professional manner and treating others with respect.
• Updating systems to ensure that all documents relating to your role are saved and ready for auditing in strict accordance with Cardo procedures.
• Control project execution plans and delivery structured updates to the client.
• Manage, review and monitor risk, program, plant, quality, cost.
• Promote and follow good Project governance through the policies and procedures laid out by the Cardo Group.
• Understand and work within team targets.
• Liaison with project Co-Ordinator to ensure works as compliant.

Skills & Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years previous site management experience
• Sound knowledge of the social housing sector inc planned works programmes and maintenance projects
• Sound knowledge of the Construction industry
• Experience of working in multiple refurbishment project settings/projects
• Sound knowledge of section 20 leaseholder consultation and housing legislation
• Experience of multiple communication between supply chain partners, clients, residents and internal staff
• Experience of delivering successful outcomes to complaints

Qualifications:

• A valid SMSTS qualification
• CSCS card in site management
• A recognised building/trade qualification =
• Asbestos Awareness Certification
• Must hold current valid driving license
• Recognised qualifications and or work experience regarding Fire Assessment surveying and remedial works

Why Join Cardo Group?

At Cardo Group, we are growing, evolving, and building a stable foundation for long-term success. When you join us, you become part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, integrity, and inclusivity.We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace whereeveryonefeels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We recognise that diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with.

• Equity - We ensure fair opportunities for growth and success, removing barriers that may stand in the way.
• Diversity - We embrace different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints, knowing that diversity fuels creativity and progress.
• Inclusion - We foster a culture where every team member has a voice and feels a true sense of belonging.

At Cardo Group, EDI is more than a policy, it’s part of who we are. We actively promote an environment where all individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, ability, sexual orientation, or background, can thrive.

Join us and be part of a company that values you- exactly as you are.