Details:
- Salary: £250 - 260 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Brighton
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Site Manager – South East England, East Sussex, Brighton
A medium sized residential developer seeks a Site Manager (No. 2) for a new build residential project in Brighton. This is a contract position requiring full-time hours, offering a daily rate of £250 to £260.
Start date: 1st June
Duration: 3-4 months
Job Duties
Oversee day-to-day site operations ensuring that the project progresses safely, on time, and within budget.
Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and site operatives, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
Manage and review site programmes, identifying potential risks and implementing effective mitigation measures.
Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and company policies, maintaining site welfare facilities and safe working practises.
Monitor material deliveries and stock levels, liaising with suppliers to maintain continuous workflow.
Maintain accurate site records including daily reports, site diaries, and progress photographs.
Support the Site Manager in resolving any site issues, including technical challenges and resource allocation.
Attend site meetings and provide regular progress updates to senior management and stakeholders.
Promote a positive working environment fostering teamwork and high performance among site staff.
Required Qualifications
Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certification.
Valid Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
Current First Aid at Work certification.
Full, clean driving licence.
Experience
Proven experience managing new build residential developments, particularly flats or apartment blocks.
Demonstrable track record of delivering projects to programme and budget.
Experience in supervising multi-disciplinary teams on site.
Knowledge and Skills
Comprehensive understanding of construction processes specific to new build residential developments.
Strong leadership and communication skills ensuring clear direction and team motivation.
Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications and contract documents.
Competence in health and safety legislation and best practise standards.
Proficient in site management software and Microsoft Office applications.
Problem-solving aptitude with the ability to make decisions under pressure.
Working Conditions
Full-time contract position based on site in Brighton, East Sussex.
Work includes outdoor site environment with exposure to variable weather conditions.
Requirement to work extended hours or weekends as project deadlines demand.
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all times on site.
If you are interested in this opportunity, call Chloe on (phone number removed)