Site Manager

Coventry, Warwickshire
Daniel Owen Ltd

Site Manager

We are recruiting an experienced Site Manager or Assistant Site Manager looking to move into a Site Manager position to oversee a high-volume residential housing development for a leading national PLC housebuilder. This is a key operational role, responsible for the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of new homes within a fast-paced, production-led environment.

Position: Site Manager

Location: Coventry

Salary: 55,000 – 65,000 per annum + car allowance + Package

Contract Type: Permanent

Start date: Immediately available

The successful candidate will have a proven background working for a PLC housebuilder, with experience managing multiple plots simultaneously and delivering to demanding build programmes.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, the Site Manager will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the site, ensuring all construction activities are carried out in accordance with company standards, Health & Safety legislation, and NHBC requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall management of a high-volume residential construction site
• Planning, coordinating, and monitoring site activities to meet build programmes and handover targets
• Managing subcontractors, direct labour, and suppliers
• Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, company procedures, and site-specific risk assessments
• Maintaining build quality in line with NHBC standards and company specifications
• Carrying out regular quality inspections and managing snagging through to completion
• Controlling materials, plant, and resources to minimise waste and maximise efficiency
• Maintaining high standards of site presentation, housekeeping, and professionalism
• Liaising with commercial, technical, and sales teams to ensure smooth project deliver
• Providing accurate progress reporting to senior management

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within a PLC housebuilding environment
• Strong track record managing high-volume residential developments
• Experience delivering multiple plots concurrently across various stages of build
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS (Black or Gold), and First Aid at Work certificates
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Ability to deliver programmes to tight deadlines without compromising safety or quality

Desirable

• Timber frame construction experience
• Background in production-led, fast-paced residential build environments

How to Apply:

If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV.