Site Manager - External Refurbishment

  • Approach Personnel Ltd
  • Wakefield, Yorkshire
  • 26/05/2026
Full time Construction Site Manager Skilled Trades & Labour

Job Description

Are you an experienced Site Manager within the housing regeneration sector?

Approach Personnel are proud to be partnered with a regional housing regeneration contractor, who are currently looking to appoint a Site Manager on a permanent basis to oversee a project across the Wakefield area. The initial scheme will be on an externals social housing project with further scheme across West Yorkshire to take place after. As a Site Manager you will be responsible for overseeing our projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality and completion according to deadlines.

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive basic salary based on your experience.
  • Car allowance.
  • Access to an employee discount portal.
  • Buy & sell holidays.
  • Shares in the business with tenure.

What are we looking for?

  • Experience as a Site Manager on an externals contract in social housing is ESSENTIAL.
  • Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety regulations on site.
  • A strong, proven track record of hitting deadlines.
  • Excellent communication and administration skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Take full ownership of the build program, providing 4-week look-aheads, weekly reviews, and regular updates to ensure timely project completion.
  • Manage and support directly employed site staff, monitor performance, and provide guidance to achieve project goals.
  • Ensure site compliance by reading, understanding, and implementing company policies and procedures on-site, ensuring all trades follow trade specifications.
  • Meeting clients and managing their expectations.