Site Manager - Residential

ARC (Norwich) Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK construction firm seeks an experienced Residential Site Manager to oversee housing development sites across Essex. The successful candidate will manage site activities, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Applicants should have strong leadership skills and experience in residential projects. The role is full-time, offering a competitive salary between £70k-75k.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on residential housing projects.
• Strong knowledge of NHBC standards and construction best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple trades and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a housing development.
• Manage site activities to ensure safety and quality.
• Conduct daily site inspections for compliance.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of building regulations

Knowledge of construction best practices

IT skills

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS (Black/Gold Card)

First Aid certification

Tools

Viewpoint

Procore

Job description

Site Manager - Residential

Location: sites across Essex including Braintree, Chelmsford and Colchester

Salary: £70-£75k

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Residential Site Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a new housing development. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for delivering high-quality homes safely, on time, and within budget, while maintaining excellent communication with the client, subcontractors, and the wider project team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all site activities to ensure work is completed safely, to specification, on schedule, and to a high standard.
• Supervise and coordinate trades, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Conduct daily site inspections and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Monitor progress against programme and report regularly to the Contracts/Project Manager.
• Manage site documentation, including RAMS, QA checks, and site diaries.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, design teams, and local authorities.
• Ensure a clean, organised, and compliant site at all times.

About You

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on residential housing projects (ideally new build).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Strong knowledge of building regulations, NHBC standards, and construction best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple trades and drive progress under tight deadlines.
• SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold Card), and First Aid certifications essential.
• Good IT skills and familiarity with construction management software (e.g., Viewpoint, Procore, or similar) desirable.
• To be considered please apply with your CV, for further information contact Jenny Saban in our Cambridge office.