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Date Added: Thu 23/10/2025

External Site Manager - Residential Development

London, UK
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Company: DEVERELL SMITH RECRUITMENT LTD

Job Type: Temporary

Salary: £300 - £330 per annum + n/a

Site Manager - Residential (Externals)

A leading residential developer is seeking a skilled and driven Site Manager to oversee the external works of an apartment block, forming part of a flagship mixed-use regeneration scheme. This role presents an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-profile development with a company renowned for delivering high-quality homes and vibrant communities.

As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of external packages, ensuring the block is delivered on programme, to specification, and in line with the highest safety and quality standards.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the delivery of external works across a residential block, ensuring alignment with the build programme and sequencing strategy.

  • Coordinate subcontractor packages to drive programme adherence and maintain quality across facades, brickwork, cladding, balconies, scaffolding, roofing, landscaping, and other external elements.

  • Conduct regular inspections and sign-offs to ensure compliance with design, specification, and relevant building regulations.

  • Maintain accurate records and manage quality assurance processes using Fieldview or similar QA systems.

  • Collaborate closely with the wider site team and departments including Technical, Commercial, and Customer Service.

  • Proactively promote and uphold health & safety standards on site, supporting a culture of safety-first at all times.

  • Monitor and manage material deliveries, access, logistics, and sequencing of external trades.

  • Attend and contribute to site meetings, subcontractor briefings, and handover planning sessions.

  • Support the Senior Site Manager in reporting on progress, resource needs, quality performance, and site presentation.

  • Ensure all external elements are delivered to a high standard, fully complete for handover, and compliant with client and regulatory expectations.


Requirements:
  • Proven experience as a Site Manager in residential construction, ideally with a focus on external works and facades.

  • Strong technical knowledge of external packages, including brickwork, cladding systems, roofing, scaffolding, and landscaping.

  • Ability to manage and coordinate multiple subcontractor trades on a live, busy site.

  • Confident in using digital QA systems such as Fieldview or equivalent.

  • Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

  • Strong knowledge of current building regulations, NHBC standards, and health & safety legislation.

  • Track record of maintaining site quality, programme control, and safety compliance.

  • Experience managing works in a high-density urban development environment is desirable.


What's on Offer:
  • Day rate up to £330 p/d

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