Site Manager- Residential New Build

Randstad Construction and Property; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee new homes development in Newbury, Berkshire. The successful candidate will manage site activities, enforce safety standards, and ensure quality throughout the build process. Valid SMSTS and CSCS certifications are required. Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £65,000 per annum with a full-time, permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Experienced as a Site Manager on a smaller or volume, high-quality development.
• Experienced in managing new-build housing schemes from groundworks through to handover.
• Excellent technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all on-site construction activities and subcontractors.
• Manage site logistics, sequencing, and short-term programming.
• Enforce strict Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Focus on quality

Education

Valid SMSTS certification

Valid CSCS (Black/Gold)

First Aid certification

Job description

Job Title: Site Manager - New Homes

Location: Newbury, Berkshire

Salary: £55,000.00 - £65,000 per annum + Package

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Start Date: February 2026

About the Role

As a Site Manager you will take sole responsibility for the day-to-day running of the site, ensuring that all works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to client' high standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all on-site construction activities and subcontractors
• Manage site logistics, sequencing, and short-term programming
• Enforce strict Health, Safety, and Environmental standards in line with company policy
• Monitor quality of workmanship and materials across all stages of the build
• Liaise with the Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor, and Design Team to resolve technical queries
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications, and Building Regulations
• Maintain accurate site records, daily reports, and progress updates
• Lead site meetings and regular toolbox talks
• Oversee snagging, commissioning, and final handover to client
• Promote a positive site culture and good working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and the local community

Required Qualifications and experience

• Experieced as a Site Manager on a smaller or volume, high-quality development.
• Experienced in managing new-build housing schemes from groundworks through to handover.
• Strong leadership and organisational skills
• Excellent technical knowledge and attention to detail
• Focused on quality, safety and maintaining programme discipline.
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), First Aid certification.

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.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.