Site Manager – Residential Build Lead

Berkeley Group; Hertford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private pension plan

Private Medical Insurance

Online discount platform

Berkeley Foundation volunteer day

Group life assurance

Job summary

Berkeley Group is recruiting a Site Manager to lead the construction of 29 townhouses at Hertford Locks. You will manage work packages, coordinate trades, supervise contractors and ensure work meets drawings and quality standards.

Ideal candidates bring demonstrable site management experience on traditional residential developments, strong knowledge of build sequencing, and a commitment to safety and collaboration with the project team. This permanent role is based on site in Hertford.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable Site Manager experience on traditionally built residential developments.
• Strong practical knowledge of traditional construction methods, build sequencing, trade interfaces and finishing standards.
• Experience managing trade contractors and packages through multiple stages of the build.
• A sound understanding of construction drawings, specifications, quality plans and inspection processes.
• The ability to monitor programme performance and extrapolate risks or delays clearly.
• A consistent focus on safety, build quality and delivering work right first time.
• Confident communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Experience supporting or developing Assistant Site Managers or junior team members.
• A construction or engineering degree, HNC, Level 6 NVQ or a strong relevant trade background.
• A Management or Professionally Qualified Person CSCS card, SMSTS and First Aid qualification.
• Relevant industry-recognised training.

Responsibilities

• Manage designated work packages and coordinate trades through the build sequence.
• Apply your traditional build experience to identify construction interfaces, sequencing requirements and potential delivery risks.
• Supervise and monitor contractors, labour and site activities.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and agreed quality standards.
• Check plans and technical information for accuracy and support the resolution of construction issues.
• Monitor progress against the agreed build programme, key milestones and critical dates.
• Maintain clear records of delays, inspections, quality checks and site activity.
• Ensure Inspection and Test Plans, hold points, quality assurance and commissioning requirements are followed.
• Inspect completed work and ensure defects are addressed promptly and to the required standard.
• Liaise with the Project Manager and Commercial team regarding instructions, variations, contractor reporting and applications for payment.
• Support and develop Assistant Site Managers working across your areas and packages.
• Promote effective collaboration between contractors, consultants and the wider project team.

Skills

Site Manager experience

Traditional construction

Contractor management

Quality assurance

CSCS/SMSTS/First Aid

Construction degree/qualification

Education

Construction degree

HNC/Level 6 NVQ

Job description

Berkeley Group is recruiting a Site Manager to lead the construction of 29 townhouses at Hertford Locks. You will manage work packages, coordinate trades, supervise contractors and ensure work meets drawings and quality standards.

Ideal candidates bring demonstrable site management experience on traditional residential developments, strong knowledge of build sequencing, and a commitment to safety and collaboration with the project team. This permanent role is based on site in Hertford.