Site Manager Social Housing

Site Manager - Social Housing / Refurbishment
Location: Brentwood area (site-based)
Salary: Up to £60,000
We're working with a contractor delivering works within the social housing sector, looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to oversee a live project or 52 flats in the Brentwood area.
This is a varied role covering a mix of M&E, ventilation, fire safety, and refurbishment works, so someone with a well-rounded background is key.
The Role
You'll be responsible for the day-to-day running of site, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the required standard. You must be great with Tenants as this is a live environment and drive and be able to get to the Brentwood area.

The project includes:

• Installation of ventilation systems and extractor fans (M&E works)
• Replacement of external spandrel panels
• Erection and management of scaffolding
• Installation of communal fire detection systems
• General remedial and decoration works

This is a hands-on role, working closely with subcontractors, residents, and the wider project team.
Key Responsibilities

• Managing site operations and subcontractors
• Ensuring works are delivered on programme and within budget
• Overseeing health & safety and site compliance
• Coordinating multiple trades across different workstreams
• Liaising with residents and stakeholders where required
• Reporting progress to the Project / Contracts Manager
• Maintaining quality standards throughout the project

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within social housing
• Experience delivering refurbishment / upgrade works
• Strong understanding of M&E (ventilation / extraction systems)
• Experience managing scaffolding and external works
• Knowledge of fire safety systems is highly desirable
• SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid
• Good communication skills, particularly in occupied environments

Why Apply?

• Stable project with a reputable contractor
• Varied scope of works - no two days the same
• Opportunity to be part of a well-structured, essential upgrade programme

Apply Now
If you're a Site Manager with social housing experience and confident managing mixed refurbishment and M&E works, we'd love to hear from you.