Site Manager - Freelance - SHDF

Randstad Construction and Property; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 344,000 - 482,000; Part time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead a Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) retrofit project in Milton Keynes. The role covers end-to-end site operations on occupied properties through to end of March, coordinating specialist sub-contractors and ensuring quality, safety, and tenant satisfaction.

You will oversee installations (Solar PV, Loft and Cavity insulation, ASHPs), manage RAMS and daily safety checks, and work with Resident Liaison Officers to minimise

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Site Manager on social housing retrofit, SHDF, or ECO / warmworks schemes.
• Technical understanding of renewable technologies (Solar PV, ASHPs) and insulation measures (Loft & Cavity Wall).
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS Black or Gold Card, and First Aid at Work.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation of retrofit measures including Solar PV, Loft Insulation, Cavity Wall Insulation, and ASHPs.
• Program and supervise multi-trade sub-contractors to meet schedule and framework delivery targets.
• Drive PAS 2030 / PAS 2035 compliance with audits and sign-offs.
• Maintain a zero-harm site environment with RAMS, inductions, and daily safety checks.
• Collaborate with Resident Liaison Officers to minimise disruption and assist tenants.

Skills

Site management

Communication

H&S awareness

SMSTS

CSCS card

Job description

Job Title: Site Manager - Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF)

Location: Milton Keynes

Duration: ASAP - End of March

Contract Type: Temporary / Freelance

Pay Rate: Competitive Day Rate / Hourly Rate

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead a key Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) scheme in Milton Keynes. Running through until the end of March, this project focuses on delivering multi-measure retrofit and renewable upgrades across occupied social housing stock.

You will be responsible for day-to-day site operations, managing specialist sub-contractors, ensuring strict quality control, and maintaining high safety standards and customer satisfaction throughout the delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Management: Oversee the installation of retrofit measures including Solar PV, Loft Insulation, Cavity Wall Insulation (CWI), and Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs).
• Sub-Contractor Coordination: Program and supervise multi-trade sub-contractors to ensure works remain on schedule to meet strict framework delivery targets.
• Quality & Compliance: Drive standards in line with PAS 2030 / PAS 2035 guidelines, carrying out regular quality audits and pre-/post-installation sign-offs.
• Health & Safety: Maintain a zero-harm site environment, enforcing RAMS, conducting site inductions, and completing daily H&S inspections.
• Tenant Relations: Work closely with Resident Liaison Officers (RLOs) to ensure smooth access, minimal disruption to residents, and quick resolution of tenant queries.

Person Specification & Qualifications

Essential:

• Proven track record as a Site Manager on social housing retrofit, SHDF, or ECO / warmworks schemes.
• Technical understanding of renewable technologies (Solar PV, ASHPs) and insulation measures (Loft & Cavity Wall).
• Valid SMSTS card.
• Valid CSCS Black or Gold Card.
• Valid First Aid at Work.
• Strong communication skills with experience managing works in occupied properties.

Desirable:

• PAS 2030 / PAS 2035 Awareness or retrofit qualification.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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