Site Manager

Site Manager required in Cambridge We are currently recruiting for a Site Manager in Cambridge with residential and commercial experience. Do you have experience as a Site Manager delivering both residential and commercial projects from start to finish? Sector: Site Manager (Residential/Commercial) Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire Contract type: Freelance Start date: ASAP Duration: 9 months Salary/Rate: Up to £250 per day (dependent upon experience) Randstad CPE contact: Shane Austin The Company An award winning SME client with a track record in delivering exceptional projects across a range of sectors. The Project A new traditional build development of 64x 2, 3 and 4 bedroom semi detached, detached and townhouses as well as a 5,000sqft community centre, also traditionally built. This project is in its early stages and will run for 20 months. The Role You will be managing the community centre build initially (9 month programme time) before moving over to assist the final stages of the residential project. As a number 2 Site Manager you will be reporting into a Senior Site Manager on site. you will be responsible for the management of site operations which includes the site team and incumbent contractors. Your role will include but not be limited to: Ensure compliance with the company's health and safety and environmental policies and procedures. Follow company guidelines in relation to accident and incident reporting procedures Keep the health and safety compendium up to date at all times. Accompany health and safety advisors during site visits and undertake remedial action as appropriate. Review and approve risk assessments and method statements for all operations and ensure that all work is in accordance with method statements. Ensure all plots have a customer care pass before obtaining CML prior to legal completion Ensure subcontractors adhere to the protection guidelines as stated in the site protection manual and trade specification. (in the capacity of Site Manager) Thoroughly inspect and snag each plot prior to each key stage inspection carried out by the NHBC. Ensure that all sub-contractor quality stage checklists are complete prior to payment being authorised. Monitor progress of the build programme to ensure construction methods and timescales are met and take corrective action to bring progress back in line with programme. Liaise with the utility companies to ensure the build programme requirements are met. Hold weekly subcontract meetings using the standard meeting agenda. Discuss and resolve all actions and circulate minutes. (in the capacity of Site Manager) Check subcontract orders and liaise with commercial prior to issuing any variations or instructions. (in the capacity of Site Manager) Assess storage arrangements and incoming deliveries to reduce waste. Plan flow of materials to ensure all requirements are met. (in the capacity of Site Manager) Agree and manage the equipment, plant, staffing and subcontract requirements for the site. (in the capacity of Site Manager) Respond to all queries from trades and action accordingly. (in the capacity of Site Manager) Maintain the highest standard of site presentation at all times. (in the capacity of Site Manager) About You You will have gained circa 5+ years experience, ideally having completed both residential and commercial projects. Have the correct CITB qualifications for the position of Site Manager. Be able to control multiple subcontractor packages and direct labour. Recent and relevant experience as a Site Manager. Strong organisational skills with proven time management skills. What you will get in return A very competitive day rate. Opportunity for further Site Management contracts across the region. The chance to work on a well resourced project. What to do next If you feel this Site Manager role meets your expectations please click apply and upload your latest cv. If you are seeking a new role in the future please feel free to contact Randstad CPE's Welwyn branch for a confidential discussion where we can provide advice, assistance with training and update you on our latest vacancies. Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business