Site Manager - Externals

The role
Our client is looking for an experienced Site Manager to lead the delivery of external works and building envelope packages on traditional build residential developments. You’ll be responsible for programme, cost, quality and health and safety from enabling works through to handover, working closely with the wider site team, designers and the supply chain.
This is a hands-on role for someone with a strong external works background. Fit-out only experience will not be suitable.
Key responsibilities
Lead the delivery of external works, including groundworks, substructure, drainage, utilities, roads and sewers, landscaping and public realm
Manage building envelope packages, including frame, brickwork, cladding, facade and roofing
Produce, monitor and update programmes, and recover delays where needed
Manage budgets, forecasts, variations and valuations alongside the commercial team
Procure, appoint and manage subcontractors and the supply chain
Coordinate with consultants, the client, the local authority and utility providers, including S278 and S38 highway agreements
Enforce high standards of health, safety and environmental performance on site
Oversee quality control, inspections, sign-off and snagging through to handover
About you
Essential
Proven experience as a Site Manager, Senior Construction Manager or similar on traditional build residential or mixed-use schemes
Strong external works experience (groundworks, infrastructure, drainage and utilities) and/or envelope experience (frame, facade, cladding)
Experience with a main contractor or housebuilder (for example Tier 1 contractor, developer or volume/premium housebuilder)
SMSTS and a valid CSCS card (Black or Gold Manager card)
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Strong programming, cost control and subcontractor management skills
Good knowledge of CDM regulations, Building Regulations and current UK construction practice
Confident communicator who can manage multiple stakeholders
Desirable
Degree or HNC/HND in Construction Management, Building or Civil Engineering
Chartered or working towards chartership (CIOB, RICS or similar)
Experience on schemes with s106/S278 obligations
Experience delivering multi-phase developments
Knowledge of the Building Safety Act and gateway requirements
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed