Site Manager (Social Housing

Position: Site Manager (Social Housing)
Site Manager (Social Housing Refurbishment)
Portishead | Long-Term Programme (circa 2 years)
Freelance Contract | £250 day
The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced Site Manager to oversee internal refurbishment works on a major residential regeneration programme in Portishead.
Working alongside the Project Manager and wider site team, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of internal works within large occupied apartment blocks, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard while residents remain in occupation.
This is a long-term opportunity to join a secured programme with circa two years of work ahead, offering stability and the chance to play a key role on a significant live refurbishment scheme.

The Role
 
* Manage day-to-day site operations across internal refurbishment works
 
* Oversee works within large occupied residential blocks while maintaining a safe and positive environment for residents
 
* Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, trades and direct labour
 
* Drive programme performance and maintain project momentum
 
* Ensure works are delivered safely, on time and to specification
 
* Monitor quality standards and manage snagging through to completion
 
* Liaise with residents, client representatives and the wider project team
 
* Maintain site documentation, reports, permits and compliance records
 
* Support resident engagement and minimise disruption throughout the works
 
* Ensure high standards of health & safety, customer care and housekeeping at all times
What We're Looking For
Essential
 
* Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering refurbishment projects
 
* Experience working within occupied residential or live environments
 
* Strong subcontractor management and coordination skills
 
* Excellent understanding of health & safety and quality control processes
 
* Ability to manage multiple work fronts and maintain programme delivery
 
* Confident communicating with residents, client teams and site stakeholders
Desirable
 
* Social housing refurbishment experience
 
* Experience delivering internal refurbishment programmes within occupied residential blocks
 
* Experience of kitchen, bathroom, communal area or internal improvement works
 
* Retrofit, remediation or fire safety project experience
 
* SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications
What You'll Get
 
* Long-term work on a secured programme
 
* Stable pipeline with consistent workload
 
* Opportunity to work on a significant residential regeneration scheme
 
* Supportive project team and established contractor
 
* Potential for ongoing opportunities beyond the initial programme
Apply
If you're an experienced Site Manager with a background in social housing, refurbishment or occupied residential projects and enjoy managing works within live environments, we'd like to hear from you