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Location: Multi‑Site Role – Around North/North‑West
Contract Type: Permanent, Full‑Time
Business Unit: Social Housing – Refurbishment / Planned Works
Overview
Equans is recruiting a Site Manager to support multiple occupied refurbishment schemes on behalf of a leading Social Housing Association. This is a multi‑site role covering locations in Colchester, Bedford, Reading, Slough, Bournemouth and Dartford. The role involves regular travel between sites. A company vehicle is provided and all travel expenses and hotel stays are fully covered. This is a permanent opportunity offering a competitive salary, vehicle, hotel allowance and full expenses package.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage day‑to‑day delivery of occupied refurbishment and planned works across multiple live housing sites
* Supervise subcontractors and trade teams, ensuring safe, high‑quality delivery
* Work closely with an experienced Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) to support resident communication and minimise disruption
* Attend tenant and resident housing meetings as the on‑site lead
* Take ownership of all on‑site logistics, including welfare setup, access, deliveries, storage, housekeeping and H&S compliance
* Collaborate closely with the Project Manager, who manages off‑site logistics, programme, procurement and commercial coordination
* Monitor progress, identify risks or delays, and implement corrective actions
* Produce and maintain accurate site documentation such as RAMS, permits, induction records and H&S files
* Carry out regular inspections, quality checks and safety audits
* Build strong working relationships with residents, client teams and internal stakeholders
* Support the RLO team with managing resident feedback and complaints
* Ensure all works comply with SHEQ standards, permits, safeguarding and public protection measures
What We Offer
* Competitive salary
* Company vehicle provided
* Hotel stays covered when required
* All travel expenses fully paid
* 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
* Pension and life assurance
* Employee discount schemes across major retailers
* Learning and development opportunities including professional qualifications
* Attractive referral reward scheme
* Access to internal employee networks
* Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
About You
* Experienced Site Manager with a strong background in occupied refurbishment within social housing
* Flexible and willing to travel frequently between multiple sites
* Capable of managing several projects and workstreams simultaneously
* Confident managing subcontractors and ensuring high standards of quality and safety
* Strong communicator, able to lead resident meetings and work closely with RLOs
* Highly organised with good planning and problem‑solving skills
* Knowledgeable in SHEQ processes, RAMS, permits and public protection requirements
* Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office
* Holds SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid, and a full UK driving licence
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
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