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We are seeking a Site Manager to join an award-winning housebuilder, working on a brand new prestigious, 600 unit new build residential project in Houghton Conquest, starting in April.
Their developments range from large family homes and luxury houses for growing families to city centre apartments. They are quality-focused and are recognised as one of the leading, most trusted providers of quality homes throughout the UK.
They are looking for a Site Manager to work on a prestigious, large new build residential project near Bedford comprising circa 600 new homes. The scheme will include a range of apartments and large family homes. Reporting to a Project Manager, the Site Manager will be responsible for managing day-to-day site activities and will be managing a team of Assistant Site Managers.
Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure all health & safety/ISO procedures are followed
• Work closely with subcontractors and maintain quality control
• Work closely with all members of the site delivery team and proactively drive communication and problem-solving
• Organise & control the construction of development in accordance with the specification provided
• Ensure construction complies with NHBC and all other statutory authorities
• Establish good working relationships with utility companies to ensure timely connections
• Prepare material take-offs and schedule deliveries
• Work closely with the supply chain to adhere to all the site-wide rules that are implemented
• Assist and integrate new employees and promote TEAM working
• Handover completed scheme to client on time, to agreed quality standard and budget
• Produce short-term programmes (ASTA)
• Host subcontractor meetings
• Complete weekly safety and quality documentation
• Interrogate and influence designs to facilitate buildability
• Issue weekly programme droplines
• Adhere to the QA procedures and administration to retain 5-star housebuilder status
Experience:
• Track record working on new build residential schemes as a No.1 Site Manager for a reputable Main Contractor and/or Residential Developer
• Self-motivation, drive, and a passion to succeed while being able to balance decisions giving guidance and support to other members of the production team
• Experience in traditional masonry housing is mandatory, and RC frame construction would be ideal to allow flexibility amongst the region
• Previous experience of working within a large team on site and managing Assistants and Trainees
• Recent experience of working on mixed-use schemes incorporating mainly residential and affordable housing ideally on projects £10m+
• A proven track record of quality delivery on time is paramount
• IT literate
• Competent and comfortable with groundwork and infrastructure activities
• Experience in D&B projects with bespoke housing designs
• SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid
This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Approach Personnel Ltd that is operating as an employment business. We recruit temporary to permanent labour surrounding the UK. If this job isn't suited to your specifications, please call (phone number removed) to leave your details, we will then contact you when a job arises which best suits your skills.
