site manager
opportunities available in bolton, greater manchester and lancashire
Reports to: Contracts Manager
Accountable to: Directors
Main Objectives
Recognise and fulfil the legal duties and obligations of a Site Manager regarding building and life safety.
Deliver the project in line with technical, quality, programme and budget requirements in an effective, safe and professional manner
Maintain full compliance throughout the duration of the project applying company values, industry conduct and behaviours
Key Responsibilities
Comply with the responsibilities as laid down in the Company’s Health and Safety Policy, with ultimate responsibility for all Health and Safety matters on site.s
Identify and manage risks and potential hazards associated with the project at all stages
Organise, coordinate and control the building work and subcontractors to allow sufficient time to deliver a technically compliant and safe building, including the surrounding environment for the occupants
Understand the requirements of building regulations and other relevant legislation to effectively plan, manage, monitor, record and supervise building work
Ensure all works are carried out in total compliance with the current design drawings, specifications, material schedules and all relevant standards
Understand contractual requirements of the development and ensure compliance of contractors proposals, employers requirements, main contracts and third party agreements
Undertake quality inspections using WHDMS for the works you are responsible for managing, ensuring completed works are in complete accordance with the drawing, setting out information, material and product specifications and installation requirements
Apply cost control methods to ensure the project is completed inline with budgets
Demonstrate effective leadership skills, providing motivation, support and guidance to the site team, recognising and acknowledging excellent performance and managing sub standard performance when required
Recognise the limit of your own competence and of those under your control
Skills knowledge and aptitude
Effective communication skills with the ability to liaise with internal and external personnel
Resilient in the face of challenging situations and deadlines
Strong leadership skills
Able to influence and meet deadlines
Enthusiastic
Good eye for detail
Proactive attitude towards health & safety
Good working knowledge of Building Regulations, robust details and LABC standards
Able to embrace training
Qualifications & Training - Essential
Level 6 or equivalent in a construction based qualification
CSCS – Site Manager level
SMSTS
First Aid at Work
Basic Scaffold Inspection
Fire Warden
Asbestos Awareness
Qualifications & Training - Desirable
Temporary Works Co-ordinator
IPAF MEWPS for Managers
PASMA Management of Mobile Access Towers
Mental Health First Aid
Experience
Previous site management experience
Competent in masonry build process
Up to date knowledge of health and safety obligations and building legislation
Working relationships
It is important to form strong working relationships with both internal and external people. The focus in this role is:
Internal: Directly employed site staff, Contracts Manager, Procurement & Commercial staff, HR, Design/Technical staff, Planners, Directors
External: Sub-Contractors, suppliers, LABC representatives, customers and members of the public
