Our client is an award-winning residential property developer.
Their construction team and the quality of the homes they design and build are some of the best in Scotland and the working environment they create is industry-leading.
They want you to share their ambition, bring your ideas, be passionate about the team you will lead and the new homes you will create
They take a huge amount of pride in what they do and expect their people to do the same. Their focus is on the delivery of quality homes and building strong working relationships.
They are currently seeking an experienced Site Manager to join their team to oversee day-to-day operations on our new residential housing site in the Scottish Borders.
You’ll be responsible for ensuring that all construction activities are completed safely, built to the highest quality, on time and within budget. You will be expected to manage site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, liaise with external consultants and be an integral part of the team.
You will be customer facing and an ambassador for the business.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver quality homes you are proud of and clients love
Plan and manage daily site activities in accordance with the programme and Health & Safety guidelines
Supervise and manage all site activities
Coordinate with the design team, local authorities as construction progressed
Build strong working relationships with our supply chain team, warranty providers and local authorities
Implement and maintain Health & Safety policies in compliance with CDM Regulations 2015
Ensure timely ordering and delivery of materials, control of stock of site and close working relationship with the commercial team
Coordinate site logistics, including site access, deliveries, and waste management
Manage regular project meetings with the sales and management team
Their client’s journey is key – active engagement is a must – at client meetings, welcome meetings and handovers – you will be the face of the construction team, demonstrating everything that is excellent about the home you will hand over
Proactively manage all client aftercare care within our timescales
Key Skills & Attributes
A demonstratable leader with great communication skills
Proven experience delivering residential housing
Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings
Proficient in construction programming and sequencing
Strong understanding of Scottish Building Regulations and domestic warrant process
Ability to manage multiple trades and resolve site issues effectively
Skilled in risk assessment and Health & Safety management
Ambition and attention to detail is a must
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum 10 years in a site management role on housing developments
Proven track record
Excellent communication & negotiation skills
Attention to detail and quality
SMSTS (Site Safety qualifications)
CSCS Black or Gold Card (Management Level)
First Aid at Work certification
Full UK driving licence
Sound Commercial Awareness
Our client believes in recruiting the very best people, developing their skills and rewarding them well.
James Gray Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, beliefs, sexual orientation, or age