Job Description
Site Manager - New Build Housing
Location: Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Pay: -240250 per day
Contract: 6-8 Months
Job Type: Freelance / Temporary
Sector: New Build Housing / Residential Construction
Experienced Site Manager looking for your next long-term housing project?
Fawkes & Reece are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join a new-build residential development in Chesterfield.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Site Manager with a strong housebuilding background to secure 6-8 months of consistent work, with the possibility of a permanent opportunity following the initial contract.
The project involves the construction of 35 affordable homes, including social housing and shared ownership properties.
We''re looking for someone who can hit the ground running, confidently manage site operations and ensure the development is delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
The Role
As Site Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing the day-to-day running of a new-build housing development.
- Managing subcontractors, trades and site activities.
- Ensuring construction works progress in line with programme deadlines.
- Maintaining excellent health and safety standards across the site.
- Monitoring build quality and carrying out regular site inspections.
- Coordinating materials, labour and subcontractors.
- Resolving site issues and ensuring smooth project delivery.
- Liaising with the wider construction team and management.
What We''re Looking For
- Proven experience as a Site Manager within new-build housing or residential construction.
- Previous experience working for a recognised housebuilder or residential contractor.
- Valid SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certificates.
- Strong knowledge of housebuilding processes and construction programmes.
- Confident managing subcontractors and multiple trades.
- Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills.
- Experience on social housing or affordable housing developments would be advantageous.
What''s on Offer?
- -240250 per day, depending on experience.
- 6-8 month contract, offering long-term work.
- Potential opportunity to move into a permanent position, although not guaranteed.
- Opportunity to work on a new-build residential housing development.
- Support throughout your contract from Fawkes & Reece.
Interested? Apply Today!
If you''re an experienced Site Manager, Residential Site Manager, Housing Site Manager or Freelance Site Manager looking for your next project in Chesterfield, we want to hear from you!
Apply now with your CV or contact Carl/Atlanta/Madison on (phone number removed) for more information.