Site Manager

Temporary Site Manager (Full-Time)

Location: Birmingham (with travel across the city)
Contract: Temporary until 30 June 2026
️ Sector: Social Housing / Construction / Refurbishment

The Opportunity

An established and growing organisation within the construction and property services sector is seeking an experienced Temporary Site Manager to join their team in Birmingham.

This is a full-time role overseeing site operations across a major social housing contract. A background or bias in roofing would be advantageous.

You will play a key role in leading site teams and subcontractors, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

The Project

You will be working on a large-scale, long-term social housing contract delivering:

* Repairs & Maintenance

* Capital Works

* Retrofit programmes

This contract supports over 20,000 residential properties, including a mix of low, medium, and high-rise buildings. It is a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

* Ensure full compliance with company policies and procedures

* Maintain and enforce Health & Safety standards across all site activities

* Produce and maintain up-to-date H&S records

* Manage inductions for staff, subcontractors, and visitors

* Monitor performance and provide coaching, training, and appraisals

* Ensure work is delivered to specification and company standards

* Maintain excellent site presentation at all times

* Plan resources effectively and lead regular site meetings

* Review and challenge subcontractor RAMS prior to approval

Essential Requirements

* NVQ Level 4 / HNC (or equivalent)

* SMSTS certification

* Scaffold Inspection qualification

* Valid CSCS card (role appropriate)

* First Aid at Work certificate

* Asbestos Awareness (Duty to Manage desirable)

* Strong understanding of building refurbishment projects

* Full UK driving licence

Desirable Skills & Experience

* Roofing experience

* Membership of CIOB or similar professional body

* Knowledge of ASTA planning software

* Experience in affordable housing refurbishment projects

* Knowledge of JCT / NEC contracts

* Quality assurance processes

Why Apply?

* Opportunity to work on one of the largest social housing programmes in the UK

* Gain experience on complex, large-scale refurbishment projects

* Immediate start with a contract running through to mid-2026