Site Manager

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager to join an established contractor delivering social housing decarbonisation, retrofit and refurbishment projects across North Essex and Suffolk.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of site operations, overseeing subcontractors, coordinating works and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Working closely with Contracts Managers, Project Managers, Resident Liaison Officers and housing association representatives, the Site Manager will oversee the delivery of energy efficiency improvements to occupied residential properties, ensuring minimal disruption to residents.

Projects will focus on Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) programmes, potentially incorporating external wall insulation (EWI), internal wall insulation (IWI), roofing, loft insulation, solar PV, ventilation and other energy efficiency measures.

This role requires someone with proven Site Management experience delivering SHDF, social housing retrofit or decarbonisation programmes, alongside a strong understanding of occupied refurbishment environments.

The position is ideally suited to candidates living within a practical commuting distance of North Essex or Suffolk.

Key Responsibilities

Managing the day-to-day delivery of social housing decarbonisation, retrofit and refurbishment works

Overseeing site operations across occupied residential properties, ensuring minimal disruption to residents

Coordinating subcontractors, site teams and suppliers to ensure works are delivered safely and on programme

Supporting Contracts Managers with pre-start activities, project planning and client meetings

Monitoring project progress against agreed programmes, identifying and reporting potential delays

Preparing monthly site progress reports for Contracts Managers and clients

Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, company procedures and site-specific requirements

Conducting site inductions, toolbox talks, risk assessments and regular safety inspections

Overseeing scaffold inspections, lifting equipment compliance and safe working practices

Carrying out SHEQ inspections and audits to maintain high standards of safety and workmanship

Monitoring subcontractor performance, quality standards and productivity

Managing defects, snagging and remedial works in accordance with project KPIs

Liaising with Resident Liaison Officers, housing association representatives and clients to coordinate access and resolve resident concerns

Maintaining accurate site documentation, including Health & Safety records, inspection reports and project updates

Coordinating material deliveries, stock levels and material take-offs to support programme delivery

Reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications and construction programmes

Attending internal and external progress meetings with clients, consultants and senior management

Maintaining strong working relationships with residents, subcontractors and project stakeholders

Supporting the successful delivery of retrofit and energy efficiency improvements across social housing properties

Proven Site Management experience within Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF), retrofit or energy efficiency improvement programmes

Strong background in social housing refurbishment, planned maintenance or framework contracts

Experience managing works within occupied residential properties

Knowledge of retrofit measures such as EWI, IWI, roofing, insulation, solar PV and ventilation systems

Proven ability to manage subcontractors, site teams and multiple workstreams

Good understanding of Health & Safety legislation, site compliance and SHEQ procedures

Experience working with housing associations, local authorities or social housing contractors

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and project programmes

Strong organisational, leadership and problem-solving skills

Experience monitoring programme delivery, quality standards and subcontractor performance

Commercial awareness and understanding of project budgets and cost control

Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and ideally Microsoft Project

Excellent communication skills and confidence liaising with residents, clients and senior management

SMSTS - essential

CSCS Card - essential

First Aid at Work - essential

Full UK driving licence - essential

This Site Manager role in North Essex / Suffolk offers an excellent opportunity to join a leading construction and property services contractor delivering social housing decarbonisation and energy efficiency improvements, contributing to the delivery of warmer, more sustainable homes.

Based within a practical commuting distance of North Essex / Suffolk

Package & Benefits

£44,000 - £63,000 depending on experience

Company vehicle

Permanent, full-time position

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance equivalent to twice annual salary

Employee shopping and retail discount schemes