Trainee Site Manager
EQUANS – Birmingham, United Kingdom
Full‑time, permanent role – 40 hours per week. Competitive salary, company van and benefits package.
Key Accountabilities
* Assist the Site Manager in planning, organising and coordinating daily activities across multiple social housing projects.
* Support delivery of works in line with health, safety, environmental and quality standards, promoting a strong culture of safety and resident care.
* Help manage site logistics, including access, deliveries and waste management, ensuring minimal disruption to residents and the local community.
* Contribute to site briefings, toolbox talks and coordination meetings with trade teams, subcontractors and client representatives.
* Monitor works in progress, recording site activity, quality inspections and progress updates using digital management systems.
* Assist in the supervision of subcontractors and operatives to ensure works are completed to specification, safely and efficiently.
* Support resident liaison activities, helping to communicate planned works, resolve basic queries and promote a positive experience for tenants.
* Learn and apply construction management processes such as risk assessments, method statements and permits to work.
* Participate fully in structured learning and development plans to build capability towards independently managing small works or site sections.
What we offer you
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Pension Scheme.
* 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays).
* Life Cover equivalent to 1.5× annual salary.
* 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app.
* Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.
* Gym membership discounts.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Broad range of learning opportunities – professional qualifications, collective/individual training and personalised support programmes.
Essential
* Genuine interest in developing a career in site management within the social housing or construction industry.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer‑focused approach when working in occupied homes.
* Awareness of basic construction methods, health and safety requirements and site operations.
* Organised and proactive, with a willingness to learn from experienced colleagues and take on increasing responsibility over time.
* IT literacy (e.g. Microsoft Office, digital reporting tools).
* Full UK driving licence or ability to travel between sites.
Desirable
* Working towards or recently completed a qualification in Construction Management, Site Supervision or a related discipline (HNC, HND, T Level or Degree).
* Previous experience in a construction or maintenance environment (work placement, apprenticeship or trade background).
* CSCS card or willingness to obtain one.
* Awareness of social housing compliance standards and resident engagement principles.
* Understanding of CDM Regulations and Building Regulations.
About EQUANS
EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees across more than 50 countries and an annual turnover of over €17 billion. In the UK & Ireland we provide technical, FM, regeneration and energy services with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.
What's next
If this role interests you, register, apply and track your progress. A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates and believe in a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self. You’ll also have access to our employee networks, including Women in Equans, RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, Young Professionals Network and our Disability Network.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re‑location package.
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