Site Manager - High Rise

Wates Group; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Site Manager to join their team in Cardiff. This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality housing projects while ensuring safety and environmental standards are met. You will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, with opportunities for professional growth and development. The company is committed to creating sustainable communities and offers a supportive work environment. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Plan (8% employer contribution)

Car Allowance / Company Car

26 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Health and Wellness Programs

Comprehensive Learning and Development Programs

Industry-Leading Family Leave Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in site management within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate site records and oversee subcontractor programs.
• Monitor project progress and collaborate with Project Managers.

Skills

Site Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Project Scheduling

Subcontractor Management

Technical Skills

Education

Construction Management Degree

SMSTS Certification

Tools

Project Management Software

AutoCAD

Job description

Vacancy: Site Manager - Wales Region, Cardiff

This is a Full Time/Flexible Working, Permanent vacancy that will close in 20 days at 23:59 BST.

The Vacancy

Wates Group is seeking a Site Manager to join our Wales region in Cardiff, focusing on delivering new homes and creating a lasting legacy for communities.

Wates Residential is a developer contractor involved in investing, developing, building, and selling quality affordable housing. We work either through contracting or partnerships with Local Authorities, Registered Providers, and public bodies like Homes England.

If you are a Site Manager with proven technical skills seeking an opportunity to challenge norms, introduce fresh ideas, and advance your career, join us to help create tomorrow together. This is a great opportunity to grow within a talented, diverse, and supportive team.

About the Role

Our Site Managers are key to our success, responsible for driving quality outcomes and maintaining high standards of safety, health, and environmental controls. They collaborate with Project Managers to ensure project completion to the highest standards.

As a Site Manager, your responsibilities will include:

1. Maintaining accurate site records, daily diaries, and weekly progress reports.
2. Reviewing design drawings for buildability and coordination.
3. Managing the flow of subcontractors' design information, assisting in producing and monitoring the MIRS, and overseeing subcontractor programs.
4. Monitoring project progress against the contract schedule and discussing recovery plans with the Project Manager.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & profit share scheme
• Car Allowance / Company Car (role/grade dependent)
• Travel coverage to any of our sites (subject to HMRC rates)
• Extensive benefits including Private Medical, Pension (8% employer contribution), Health and Wellness programs, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, and more
• Comprehensive learning and development programs supporting your career growth, with approximately 7,000 training sessions delivered annually across the WATES Group
• Industry-leading family leave benefits, including 26 weeks of fully paid maternity leave and 12 weeks of fully paid paternity leave

Note: This position requires a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS). Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually. We do not discriminate based on criminal record or offenses. Additional pre-employment checks may be required.

Wates is a UK-based family-owned company with over 125 years of legacy in development, building, and property maintenance.

Our purpose is 'reimagining places for people to thrive,' guided by three promises:

• Thriving places: Creating sustainable, inclusive, and opportunity-filled environments with our partners and communities.
• Thriving planet: Protecting nature and addressing climate change through collaboration and innovation.
• Thriving people: Providing opportunities and fostering relationships where everyone feels included, invested, and cared for.

We are proud to be recognized as a Gold Investors in People employer and as a Disability Confident employer. Our recruitment processes are fair and non-discriminatory, including for those with an offending background.

Awards

• Inside Housing Development Awards - Best Project
• 2022 Construction News Awards - Winner
• Investors in People 2022 - Gold Award
• Considerate Constructors Schemes (CCS) National Site Awards - Gold Award
• 2022 Top 50 Employers for Women - Winner