Site Manager

Location: Preston
Salary: Up to £47,000 DOE
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a national property maintenance and refurbishment provider, for an experienced Site Manager to join their team in Preston.

This is a hands-on management role overseeing the day-to-day delivery of responsive repairs and maintenance. You will be responsible for managing operatives and subcontractors, monitoring performance and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social housing or property maintenance, excellent technical knowledge across multiple trades and the ability to lead a mobile workforce.

• Lead and supervise operatives and subcontractors delivering responsive repairs and maintenance.
• Ensure all works are completed on time, within budget and to the required specification.
• Monitor productivity, performance and quality through regular site visits and inspections.
• Review completed works, job coding and variations to ensure accuracy and value for money.
• Liaise with planners, administrators and client teams to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct toolbox talks, risk assessments and site inspections.
• Support resource planning and the coordination of out-of-hours services where required.
• Maintain positive working relationships with residents, clients and colleagues.
• Mentor apprentices and support the development of team members.

• Previous experience as a Site Manager or Supervisor within social housing or property maintenance.
• Strong technical knowledge across multiple trades.
• Experience managing teams and monitoring performance against targets.
• A good understanding of Health & Safety, RAMS and compliance procedures.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and mobile work management systems.
• CSCS card, with SSSTS, SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely preferred.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Salary of up to £47,000, depending on experience.
• Company van and fuel card for work purposes.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity to undertake out-of-hours work.
• Colleague referral scheme offering up to £2,000.
• Long-service awards at key milestones.
• Perkbox benefits, including discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing.
• One paid volunteering day per year.
• Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities.