Site Manager – Social Housing

Cardo (Wales & West); Basildon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A building services company is seeking a Site Manager in Basildon to oversee projects in the social housing sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality work, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and maintaining effective communication with clients and residents. A minimum of 5 years of experience in site management is required along with relevant qualifications. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years previous site management experience.
• Sound knowledge of construction industry and social housing sector.
• Experience with multiple refurbishment project settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide an excellent service in project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and Building Control regulations.
• Maintain communication between clients, residents, and project teams.

Skills

Site management experience

Knowledge of social housing sector

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Valid SMSTS qualification

CSCS card in site management

Recognised building/trade qualification

Tools

ICT systems

Job description

About Cardo Group

Cardo Group is a leading provider of building maintenance and improvement services to social housing providers and public bodies across the UK. With over 1,000 colleagues operating in South Wales, the South West, London, the South East, the Midlands, and Scotland, we continue to expand with ambitious plans for nationwide growth.

We deliver a comprehensive range of services tailored to the needs of our clients and their residents, including:

• Retrofit and energy efficiency upgrades
• Responsive repairs, voids, and disrepair (including damp & mould)
• Compliance and statutory servicing
• Refurbishment and project works
• Mechanical and electrical (M&E) services
• Commercial building maintenance
• Planned maintenance aligned to the Decent Homes Standard

At the heart of our work is a commitment to delivering high-quality services that improve homes and enhance lives.

We are equally dedicated to creating a positive and inclusive workplace. Diversity drives innovation, and inclusion builds stronger teams. At Cardo Group, every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We celebrate differences, champion equality, and ensure our workforce reflects the diverse communities we serve.

Together, we are building not only better projects – but a better, fairer future.

We are currently looking for a Site Managers to join our team in Basildon.

As Site Manager you are responsible for providing an excellent service that is safe, effective and efficient in the delivery of a variety of projects and programs across our varying contracts and ensuring that all works are delivered to the high-quality standards that our clients expect from us in an efficient and VFM manner.

As well as this you will be acting as the company’s representation to our clients and their residents, providing effective and efficient communication between the client, residents and our internal project teams.

The Site Manager will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships between Cardo and its clients by being open, honest, and transparent.

Core Responsibilities Involve

• Working closely with contractors and suppliers and making sure the project is finished within the allotted budget and timeframe.
• You will also be in charge of making sure that all work is completed in line with the programme of works whilst ensuring highest standards of health & safety are observed and followed.
• Working with and to Building Control regulations and requirements as well as all other statutory and mandatory regulations/legislation and requirements including best practice.
• Working to drawings and specifications.
• Attend both internal and client meetings representing the business in a professional manner.
• Generate, review and achieve programme performance.
• Be organised and proficient in the use of various ICT systems, regulations, and legislation to the entire building/construction industry as well as H&S and the landlord and tenants act.
• Must be able to adapt and have a willing attitude to work on other departmental work streams for the purpose of team playing and cross covering.
• Involve residents in the overall process and ensure they are aware of current situations.
• Develop effective working relationships with residents, direct labour operatives, sub-contractors, clients, building control and the local fire authority.
• Act as the representative and be the face of Cardo Group.
• Carry out/support the customer liaison officers with resident consultation / engagement and to support the project team in pre-consultation and update meetings.
• Encourage positive relationships between the company and the resident’s ensuring actions are followed up
• Ensure works are installed to PAS2030/MCS requirements.
• Providing clear and concise communication on progress and activity in both technical and clear simple terms
• Convey accurate information both to residents and from residents to the project team.
• Take ownership and deal with customer/resident complaints through to completion and sharing lessons learnt with the project team and senior management team.
• Strong negotiation and being able to deliver your point in a professional manner and treating others with respect.
• Updating systems to ensure that all documents relating to your role are saved and ready for auditing in strict accordance with Cardo procedures.
• Control project execution plans and delivery structured updates to the client.
• Manage, review and monitor risk, program, plant, quality, cost.
• Promote and follow good Project governance through the policies and procedures laid out by the Cardo Group.
• Understand and work within team targets.
• Liaison with project Co-Ordinator to ensure works as compliant.

Skills & Experience

• A minimum of 5 years previous site management experience
• Sound knowledge of the social housing sector inc planned works programmes and maintenance projects
• Sound knowledge of the Construction industry
• Experience of working in multiple refurbishment project settings/projects
• Sound knowledge of section 20 leaseholder consultation and housing legislation
• Experience of multiple communication between supply chain partners, clients, residents and internal staff
• Experience of delivering successful outcomes to complaints

Qualifications

• A valid SMSTS qualification
• CSCS card in site management
• A recognised building/trade qualification
• Asbestos Awareness Certification
• Must hold current valid driving license
• Recognised qualifications and or work experience regarding Fire Assessment surveying and remedial works

Why Join Cardo Group?

At Cardo Group, we are growing, evolving, and building a stable foundation for long-term success. When you join us, you become part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, integrity, and inclusivity.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We recognise that diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with.

Equity – We ensure fair opportunities for growth and success, removing barriers that may stand in the way.

Diversity – We embrace different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints, knowing that diversity fuels creativity and progress.

Inclusion – We foster a culture where every team member has a voice and feels a true sense of belonging.

At Cardo Group, EDI is more than a policy, it’s part of who we are. We actively promote an environment where all individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, ability, sexual orientation, or background, can thrive.

Join us and be part of a company that values you—exactly as you are.

Company: Cardo Group
Job Type: Permanent
Job Location: Basildon
Position: Site Manager