Site Manager

Site Manager – Social Housing Retrofit & Decarbonisation

Our client is a purpose-driven delivery partner in the social housing sector, working with housing associations, local authorities and community partners to improve homes and neighbourhoods. The organisation focuses on delivering sustainable, high-quality living environments that enhance residents’ lives now and in the future. With a strong understanding of sector challenges—such as ageing housing stock, compliance requirements, fuel poverty and net-zero targets—it offers a delivery model centred on innovation, transparency and long-term value.

They are seeking a Site Manager to lead social housing construction projects with a focus on retrofit and decarbonisation, ensuring compliance with PAS standards such as PAS 2035/2030. This role oversees all aspects of the project, from planning and delivery to on-site supervision, guaranteeing work is completed safely, on time, on budget, and in line with contractual and regulatory requirements.

A key priority is fostering a positive health and safety culture while managing teams, materials, and tools, and conducting regular safety inspections.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee operational duties of social housing retrofit and decarbonisation projects from inception to completion.
• Ensure projects comply with PAS 2035/2030 standards, including retrofit coordinator and risk management requirements.
• Promote a strong health and safety culture on site.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate project strategy, design, and delivery, with PAS compliance embedded in processes.
• Manage all on-site construction activity, supervising teams and subcontractors.
• Conduct risk assessments, enforce safety procedures, and manage on-site safety.
• Liaise with suppliers and contractors to procure materials efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, residents, contractors, and other stakeholders, providing regular project updates.
• Manage and develop site reporting staff.
• Ensure awareness and delivery of any social value commitments of the project.

Experience & Skills

• Strong knowledge of social housing construction, building regulations, and PAS 2035/2030 retrofit standards.
• Proven organisational, programming, and project management skills.
• Ability to apply retrofit principles and PAS methodologies on site.
• Strong initiative, logical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent leadership and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Financial and commercial awareness, with the ability to negotiate and influence.
• Qualifications: SMSTS, First Aid at Work, CSCS Card.
• Experience in retrofit, energy efficiency, and decarbonisation projects preferred.