Externals Site Manager

Location: West Midlands, Birmingham

Job Type: Contract, Full-Time Monday - Friday

Start date: April 

Duration: 16 months

Salary: £280 - £310 per day

We are looking for an Externals Site Manager for a 16-month freelance position in Birmingham. The project involves constructing a six-storey luxury student accommodation and overseeing all external works. This role requires close coordination with the internals Site Manager to ensure seamless project delivery.

• Manage and supervise all external works on site, including landscaping, drainage, paving, external lighting, and boundary treatments.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and company policies throughout the external construction phase.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Monitor progress against project timelines and report any delays or issues to the Project Manager promptly.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily reports, inspection logs, and risk assessments.
• Implement quality control procedures to ensure all external works meet the required standards and specifications.
• Manage site resources efficiently to optimise productivity and minimise waste.
• Attend regular site meetings and contribute to project planning and problem-solving discussions.
• Liaise with local authorities and ensure all permissions and approvals are in place for external works.

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification.
• Valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
• First Aid at Work certification.
• Full, clean driving licence.

• Relevant construction or site management qualification at NVQ Level 6 or equivalent.

• Proven experience managing external works on new build projects, preferably within student accommodation or residential construction.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary subcontractors and suppliers.
• Demonstrable track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

• Comprehensive understanding of external construction processes, including groundwork, drainage, hard landscaping, and soft landscaping.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practises relevant to construction sites.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with contractors, clients, and other site managers.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Competent in site management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

• The role is primarily site-based and requires working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Full-time hours are expected, with some flexibility to accommodate project demands.
• Use of personal protective equipment and strict adherence to site safety rules is mandatory.
• The position requires frequent communication with the internals Site Manager and other project stakeholders.

If you are interested in hearing more, please apply and Chloe will call you.