Our client is one of the UK’s largest providers of residential retrofit solutions for decarbonisation. They operate across both social housing and private homes, specialising in the management and delivery of large-scale programmes that improve energy efficiency and promote low-carbon technologies.
Due to a busy work load, they are looking for a Site Manager with renewable energy experience to join their team in Leicester on a permanent basis.
Responsibilities
- Ensure weekly progress reports are completed and issued to the contract team.
- Review all required RAMS and ensure full compliance with health and safety requirements across all sites.
- Regularly monitor the master programme and liaise with the Reporting Manager to ensure adequate labour and subcontractor resources are in place to meet programme requirements.
- Deliver weekly toolbox talks to site teams and subcontractors.
- Plan and organise site facilities and logistics efficiently, ensuring all equipment is fit for purpose and operated only by suitably trained personnel.
- Requisition materials, oversee deliveries, and ensure alignment with the construction programme and procurement schedule.
- Ensure workmanship and material standards meet design specifications, building regulations, health and safety legislation, and quality standards.
- Liaise with surveyors on cost control, waste management, variations, and confirmation of instructions.
- Organise and chair weekly client and contractor review meetings.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of project activities to ensure full traceability.
- Carry out regular site safety inspections and fulfil all health, safety, and welfare responsibilities in line with company policy.
Skills
- Proficient in IT, including Excel and Word.
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Excellent people management and leadership abilities.
- Ability to motivate and manage teams effectively.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Knowledge of PAS 2030 and PAS 2035 requirements (desirable).
Qualifications
- SMSTS
- CSCS Card
- First Aid (3-Day)
- NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management (desirable)
- Full UK Driving Licence
Experience
- A minimum of two years’ experience managing construction projects, including programme delivery and health and safety compliance.
- Experience within energy efficiency and/or social housing projects.