Site Manager; Residential

Site Manager (Residential)

Location:

Hampshire
Project:
Large Residential Development
Salary:
Competitive + Package

Our client is a well-known national house developer with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality residential communities across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Residential Site Manager to oversee a major housing development in Hampshire.

This is a long-term opportunity on a flagship residential scheme that is scheduled for completion in 2029. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, to budget, and in line with company quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage all on-site construction activities from groundworks through to completion.

* Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, site labour, and materials and ensure works are completed in accordance with construction programmes.

* Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance by conducting regular site inspections and toolbox talks.

* Monitor progress and report updates to senior management. Manage site logistics and site security.

* Ensure all NHBC and building regulation requirements are met.

* Liaise with clients, consultants, local authorities, and stakeholders as required.

* Oversee handovers and ensure customer satisfaction targets are achieved.

Experience Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate:

* A minimum of 2 – 3 years’ experience as a Site Manager on residential housing developments with proven experience managing new-build residential projects from inception to completion.

* Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors and trades on site and strong understanding of construction programmes and site sequencing.

* Experience maintaining excellent health and safety standards on active construction sites.

* Previous experience delivering plots to agreed quality and production targets.

* Ability to manage site teams and drive project progress effectively.

Essential Qualifications & Certifications

* Valid SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certificate.

* Valid CSCS Black Card.

* Valid First Aid at Work certificate.

* Full UK Driving Licence and own transport.

* Strong knowledge of NHBC standards and current building regulations.

* NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management (or equivalent).

* Temporary Works Coordinator certification.

* Scaffold Inspection certification desired but essential.

* CIOB membership or working towards professional accreditation would be helpful.

Skills & Attributes

* Excellent leadership and communication skills.

* Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.

* Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.

* High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

* Commercial awareness and understanding of construction budgets.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office and site reporting systems.

What's on Offer

* Opportunity to work with a well-known and respected house developer with long-term project stability due for completion in 2029.

* Competitive salary and benefits package and career progression opportunities within a successful and growing business.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to demonstrate previous residential site management experience on volume housing developments