Thorn Baker Construction
Site Manager
West Midlands
£28 – £31/hr
Posted about 10 hours ago
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Job Title
Location: West Midlands, Coventry
Immediate start & ongoing contract
Job Type: Contract, Full-Time hours Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm
Industry: Construction - new build housing
Salary: £28 - £31 per hour
Job Duties
- Plan, organise and manage all aspects of construction sites to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
- Supervise and coordinate site activities, including subcontractors, suppliers, and labour teams, ensuring compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
- Monitor progress on site and maintain accurate records of work completed, materials used, and daily site activities.
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with health and safety legislation, company policies and best practise.
- Conduct regular site inspections and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.
- Collaborate with clients, project managers, architects and engineers to address any issues or changes during construction.
- Manage resources effectively, including labour, materials, plant and equipment, to maintain productivity and efficiency.
- Prepare and submit progress reports, site diaries and other documentation as required by the contract.
- Lead toolbox talks and safety briefings to maintain high standards of site safety and workforce engagement.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promote sustainable construction practises where applicable.
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Required Qualifications
- Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certificate.
- Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
- Valid First Aid qualification.
- Full, clean driving licence.
Education
- Minimum of a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) Level 6 in Construction Site Management or equivalent qualification.
Experience
- Proven experience managing new build housing projects within the construction industry.
- Demonstrable track record of successfully delivering residential developments on time and to budget.
- Experience working with subcontractors, suppliers and site teams on medium to large scale projects.
Knowledge and Skills
- Strong understanding of construction methods, materials and health and safety regulations relevant to new build housing.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, capable of liaising with a variety of stakeholders.
- Competent in reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications and contracts.
- Proficient in site reporting and documentation.
- Ability to lead and motivate site teams to achieve high standards of performance and safety.
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Working Conditions
- The role requires regular attendance on construction sites across the West Midlands area, predominantly in Coventry.
- Work is primarily outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions.
- Typical working hours are full-time; however, some flexibility may be required to meet project demands, including occasional overtime.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory at all times on site.
- The role involves physical activity including walking, standing for extended periods and occasional manual handling.
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