Job Description - Site Manager

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join a busy residential housebuilding project in Oxford. This is an excellent opportunity to work with an established housebuilder on a long-term temporary contract, with approximately 18 months remaining on the project.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and delivery of a residential housing development. You will ensure the project is delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest possible quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

* Managing the day-to-day running of the construction site.

* Supervising subcontractors and coordinating all daily site activities.

* Ensuring all work is carried out in line with health and safety regulations and company procedures.

* Managing and maintaining the construction programme to ensure deadlines are met.

* Monitoring the quality of work and ensuring high standards are maintained throughout the development.

* Coordinating trades, subcontractors, materials and site logistics.

* Carrying out regular site inspections and monitoring progress against the programme.

* Managing site paperwork, including health and safety documentation, inspections and records.

* Ensuring plots are completed to the required standard and ready for handover.

* Liaising with the Contracts Manager, technical teams, subcontractors and other key stakeholders.

* Maintaining a clean, organised and professional site environment.

Requirements

The successful candidate will ideally have:

* Previous experience as a Site Manager within residential housebuilding.

* A strong background in managing new-build housing developments.

* Experience managing subcontractors and multiple trades on site.

* A strong understanding of construction processes, build programmes and quality standards.

* Excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation.

* Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

* The ability to manage workloads effectively and deliver projects to programme.

Essential Qualifications

* SMSTS

* CSCS Card

* First Aid at Work

* Full UK Driving Licence

The Opportunity

This is a temporary position offering approximately 18 months of work on an established residential development in Oxford. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to take ownership of a busy site and play a key role in the successful delivery of the project.

Location: Oxford
Duration: Approximately 18 months
Contract: Temporary
Rate: Competitive, dependent on experience
Start: ASAP

If you are an experienced Site Manager with a strong background in residential housebuilding and are looking for a long-term temporary opportunity in Oxford, we would like to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed
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