Site Manager

Saffron Walden, Essex
Skilled Careers

Site Manager

Location: Saffron Walden, Essex
Salary: £72,000 + Benefits Package
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

About Us

Our client is a regional development business delivering high-quality residential projects that create lasting value for communities. Our developments combine heritage preservation with modern, sustainable construction, transforming sites into places where people want to live, work and thrive.

We are seeking an experienced and driven Site Manager to lead the delivery of a landmark development comprising the refurbishment of a Grade II listed building alongside the construction of 75 high-quality new-build homes.

The Role

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will take day-to-day responsibility for the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of this prestigious mixed-use development. The project presents a unique opportunity to manage both heritage restoration works and a substantial residential housing scheme, requiring strong leadership, technical expertise and exceptional organisational skills.

You will coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and site teams to ensure the project is delivered on programme, within budget and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all site operations from commencement through to completion.
• Lead the refurbishment and restoration of a listed building, ensuring compliance with conservation requirements and approved methodologies.
• Oversee the construction of 75 new-build residential units.
• Ensure all works are carried out safely and in accordance with company policies and statutory regulations.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades and suppliers to maintain programme objectives.
• Monitor quality standards and ensure compliance with specifications and building regulations.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and toolbox talks.
• Maintain accurate site records, progress reports and programme updates.
• Liaise effectively with clients, consultants, local authorities, conservation officers and other stakeholders.
• Identify and proactively manage project risks and construction challenges.
• Support project delivery to achieve programme, quality and commercial targets.

About You

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex residential and refurbishment projects and will be confident leading multi-disciplinary teams in a live construction environment.

Essential Requirements

• Significant experience as a Site Manager within the construction industry.
• Proven experience delivering residential housing developments.
• Experience managing refurbishment projects, ideally involving listed or heritage buildings.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, quality control and health & safety management.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• SMSTS qualification.
• CSCS Managers Card.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Experience working on regeneration or mixed-use developments.
• Knowledge of heritage and conservation construction techniques.
• Temporary Works Coordinator qualification.
• NVQ Level 6 or equivalent in Construction Site Management.

What They Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead a high-profile regeneration project.
• Career development within a growing regional development business.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Pension scheme.
• Annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Site Manager looking to lead a challenging and rewarding project that combines heritage restoration with modern residential development, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit your CV and covering letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.