Site Manager
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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
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