Site Manager (Residential)

Dorchester Source: WhatJobs

£65,000–£90,000

Site Manager (Residential)

Location: Dorset

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 Dorset.

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.