Site Manager - External Refurbishment

Full job description

Site Manager - Social Housing External Maintenance

Location:

Peterborough

Contract:

Full time, permanent

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 DOE (Plus Car Allowance Plus Package)

We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit a proactive Site Manager to deliver an external retrofit projects across social housing properties in the Peterborouigh area.

This is a client-facing role where you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and health & safety.

• Oversee the overall direction of projects while maintaining financial control.
• Build strong relationships with clients and their representatives to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Manage costs and coordinate subcontractors effectively.
• Plan and implement short, medium, and long-term programmes for multiple work streams.
• Conduct onsite inspections, investigations, and reporting to drive continuous improvement.
• Handover properties on time, meeting strict key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Liaise closely with clients, contract administrators, and design teams.
• Ensure strict health and safety compliance on site.
• Manage site administration and staff effectively.
• Oversee scheduling and procurement of materials.
• Chair subcontractor progress meetings.
• Programme works using MS Project.

• Proven track record delivering planned maintenance projects within social housing, ideally retrofit works.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to maintain a visible,  hands-on  site presence.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Experience in cost control and subcontractor management.
• Competent in using MS Project or similar planning software.

You will be part of a modern, forward-thinking business that values the strengths, skills, and personalities of its people as the key to success. In return, you will receive a highly competitive salary, car allowance and mileage reimbursement, alongside excellent career progression opportunities.