Site Manager (Planned Works)
CQ123_1773156050 Posted: 10/03/2026
Site Manager (Planned Works)
Essex
Social Housing Planned Maintenance
An established and well-respected property services contractor is currently seeking an experienced Site Manager to join their Planned Works team on a temporary contract to begin with. You will oversee the delivery of refurbishment and maintenance schemes across social housing properties in the Essex area.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Site Manager with experience delivering planned maintenance works to join a busy and growing operational team.
About the Role
As Site Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget, while maintaining high standards of quality and customer service. You will manage engineers, subcontractors and supply chain partners, oversee daily site activities and ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations.
Working closely with operational, commercial and client teams, you will ensure that programmes are delivered efficiently while maintaining strong relationships with residents and key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
1. Prepare programmes of work and manage operational delivery against agreed targets and budgets
2. Ensure compliance with health, safety and welfare policies and relevant legislation
3. Understand contract requirements and ensure all obligations are met
4. Build strong relationships with client representatives, residents and stakeholders
5. Manage engineers and subcontractors, providing technical guidance and performance support
6. Carry out site inspections to monitor health & safety, quality and productivity
7. Prepare and review site reports, drawings and documentation
8. Work closely with commercial teams to manage costs, budgets and variations
9. Deliver regular team meetings including health & safety updates and operational feedback
About You
We are looking for an experienced Site Manager with a strong background delivering planned works within social housing environments. You will have excellent leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
You will also have a good understanding of construction methods, the ability to interpret drawings and specifications, and strong commercial awareness.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
10. Foundation Degree, HND or Degree in Construction, Building Studies, Construction Management or similar (or equivalent experience)
11. Proven experience progressing from trade or apprenticeship background into Site Management
12. SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
13. IOSH Managing Safely
14. CSCS Managers Card
15. Knowledge of Temporary Works Procedures
16. Ability to interpret drawings and specifications
17. Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify contract variations
18. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction software