Job Description
Site Manager
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Location: South East England, West Sussex, Horsham
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Contract Type: Contract (Full-Time)
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Start date: November ****
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Duration:40 weeks
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Industry: Construction
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Salary: £280 - £300 per day
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A growing Principal Contractor seeks a Site Manager to lead a 40-week residential façades project based in Horsham. This role offers the prospect to manage a critical refurbishment scheme within the construction sector, ensuring high standards of health and safety, quality, and programme delivery.
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Job Duties
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Plan, organise and oversee all site activities relating to scaffold management, refurbishment works, and facades installation.
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Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and company policies throughout the project lifecycle.
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Manage subcontractors and suppliers on site to maintain quality standards and adherence to programme timelines.
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Conduct regular site inspections and audits to monitor progress, quality control, and safety standards.
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Maintain accurate records of daily site operations, including site diaries, risk assessments, and method statements.
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Coordinate with project managers and clients to provide timely updates and resolve issues promptly.
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Lead toolbox talks and site meetings to communicate requirements, risks, and progress to the workforce.
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Manage resource allocation effectively to optimise productivity and minimise delays.
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Ensure all site activities are delivered within budget and to the agreed programme.
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Required Qualifications
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SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification.
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Valid CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card.
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Current First Aid qualification.
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Scaffold Inspection certification.
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Full, clean driving licence.
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Experience
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Proven experience managing scaffold operations on construction sites.
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Demonstrable background in residential refurbishment and facade projects.
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Experience working to tight schedules on contract-based projects.
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Knowledge and Skills
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Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practises within the construction industry.
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Excellent site management skills, including resource planning and team leadership.
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Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with clients, subcontractors, and workforce.
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Competent in risk assessment and method statement preparation.
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Proficient in site reporting and documentation.
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Working Conditions
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Full-time hours on site, typically Monday to Friday with occasional overtime as required.
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Work is predominantly outdoors and subject to weather conditions.
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Role involves physical activity including site inspections and movement around scaffolded areas.
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Compliance with all personal protective equipment requirements is mandatory.
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📌 Site Manager (Horsham)
🏢 Thorn Baker Recruitment
📍 Horsham