Job Description:

Site Manager – Kent

Multi-Phased Residential Development

Location: Kent
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 + Car Allowance/Company Vehicle + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Our client, a leading volume housebuilder with an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality residential communities across the South East, is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to lead the delivery of a large-scale, multi-phased development in Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven construction professional to join a well-established developer and take ownership of a flagship scheme from infrastructure through to final handovers.

The Role

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of a busy residential construction site, ensuring that homes are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

You will lead site teams, subcontractors and suppliers across multiple phases of the development, driving programme performance while maintaining exceptional standards in health and safety, customer satisfaction and build quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the construction of traditional build residential units across a multi-phased development.

• Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with company quality standards, NHBC requirements and building regulations.

• Lead and coordinate subcontractors to achieve programme milestones and completion targets.

• Maintain the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance on site.

• Conduct regular site inspections and quality checks.

• Monitor construction programmes and address any delays or issues proactively.

• Manage labour resources, materials and site logistics efficiently.

• Liaise with internal departments including Technical, Commercial, Customer Care and Sales teams.

• Attend and lead site progress meetings.

• Support the successful handover of homes and ensure customer satisfaction targets are achieved.

About You

We are keen to speak with experienced Site Managers who have a proven track record within the volume housebuilding sector.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience as a Site Manager with a recognised volume housebuilder.

• Strong knowledge of traditional residential construction methods.

• Experience managing multi-unit housing developments.

• Excellent leadership and people management skills.

• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation.

• Ability to manage programmes, budgets and subcontractor performance.

• Full UK Driving Licence.

Qualifications

• SMSTS

• CSCS Managers Card

• First Aid at Work

• NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management (desirable)

• NHBC Pride in the Job experience or awards would be advantageous

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £70k 

• Performance-related bonus

• Company vehicle or car allowance

• Pension scheme

• Private healthcare

• Annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays

• Career progression opportunities with a leading housebuilder

• Opportunity to work on a prestigious long-term development in Kent

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Site Manager looking to join a successful and growing residential developer with an exciting pipeline of projects across the South East, we would love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact us today.