Location: West Midlands, Coventry
Immediate start & ongoing contract
Job Type: Contract, Full-Time hours Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Industry: Construction - new build housing
Salary: £28 - £31 per hour
Job Duties
Plan, organise and manage all aspects of construction sites to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
Supervise and coordinate site activities, including subcontractors, suppliers, and labour teams, ensuring compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
Monitor progress on site and maintain accurate records of work completed, materials used, and daily site activities.
Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with health and safety legislation, company policies and best practise.
Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
Collaborate with clients, project managers, architects and engineers to address any issues or changes during construction.
Manage resources effectively, including labour, materials, plant and equipment, to maintain productivity and efficiency.
Prepare and submit progress reports, site diaries and other documentation as required by the contract.
Lead toolbox talks and safety briefings to maintain high standards of site safety and workforce engagement.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promote sustainable construction practises where applicable.
Required Qualifications
Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certificate.
Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
Valid First Aid qualification.
Full, clean driving licence.
Education
Minimum of a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 6 in Construction Site Management or equivalent qualification.
Experience
Proven experience managing new build housing projects within the construction industry.
Demonstrable track record of successfully delivering residential developments on time and to budget.
Experience working with subcontractors, suppliers and site teams on medium to large scale projects.
Knowledge and Skills
Strong understanding of construction methods, materials and health and safety regulations relevant to new build housing.
Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
Good communication and interpersonal skills, capable of liaising with a variety of stakeholders.
Competent in reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications and contracts.
Proficient in site reporting and documentation.
Ability to lead and motivate site teams to achieve high standards of performance and safety.
Working Conditions
The role requires regular attendance on construction sites across the West Midlands area, predominantly in Coventry.
Work is primarily outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions.
Typical working hours are full-time; however, some flexibility may be required to meet project demands, including occasional overtime.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all times on site.
The role involves physical activity including walking, standing for extended periods and occasional manual handling.
If you are available immediately and have no 1 Site Management experience on new build housing sites -please call Chloe on (phone number removed)
Salary description
£28.00 - £31.00 per hour