Site Manager

Location: Preston
Salary: Up to £47,000 DOE
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a national property maintenance and refurbishment provider, for an experienced Site Manager to join their team in Preston.

This is a hands-on management role overseeing the day-to-day delivery of responsive repairs and maintenance. You will be responsible for managing operatives and subcontractors, monitoring performance and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social housing or property maintenance, excellent technical knowledge across multiple trades and the ability to lead a mobile workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise operatives and subcontractors delivering responsive repairs and maintenance.

• Ensure all works are completed on time, within budget and to the required specification.

• Monitor productivity, performance and quality through regular site visits and inspections.

• Review completed works, job coding and variations to ensure accuracy and value for money.

• Liaise with planners, administrators and client teams to maintain an efficient workflow.

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, quality standards and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct toolbox talks, risk assessments and site inspections.

• Support resource planning and the coordination of out-of-hours services where required.

• Maintain positive working relationships with residents, clients and colleagues.

• Mentor apprentices and support the development of team members.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Site Manager or Supervisor within social housing or property maintenance.

• Strong technical knowledge across multiple trades.

• Experience managing teams and monitoring performance against targets.

• A good understanding of Health & Safety, RAMS and compliance procedures.

• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.

• IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office and mobile work management systems.

• CSCS card, with SSSTS, SMSTS and/or IOSH Managing Safely preferred.

• Full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of up to £47,000, depending on experience.

• Company van and fuel card for work purposes.

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.

• Opportunity to undertake out-of-hours work.

• Colleague referral scheme offering up to £2,000.

• Long-service awards at key milestones.

• Perkbox benefits, including discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing.

• One paid volunteering day per year.

• Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Site Manager or Supervisor with a background in social housing or property maintenance, and you're looking for your next opportunity in Preston, we'd love to hear from you.

Get in touch today to find out more and apply.