About this role
Annual salary: up to £45,000.00 Site Manager
Location: Birmingham
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £45,000per annum + Company Car Allowance
Benefits: 25 days annual leave, staff rewards, volunteering leave, family-friendly policies
Mears Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of housing and care services. We deliver essential maintenance, regeneration, and retrofit services to homes and communities across the country. Our teams work in partnership with local authorities and housing providers to improve energy efficiency, safety, and living standards for residents.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Site Manager to lead the delivery of our Capital Works Kitchen and Bathroom replacement programme within the social housing sector. You will be responsible for managing planned improvement works across occupied and void properties, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.
As Site Manager, you will oversee all site operations, manage direct labour and subcontractors, monitor programme performance, and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, building regulations, and company procedures. You will work closely with operational teams, residents, clients, and stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of kitchen and bathroom refurbishment projects.
Role Responsibilities
Manage the day-to-day operational delivery of capital works kitchen and bathroom replacement programmesLead and supervise site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and specialist trades to ensure efficient project deliveryMonitor project progress through regular site inspections and programme reviewsEnsure all works are completed to the required quality standards, specifications, and agreed timescalesOversee kitchen and bathroom installations, including associated plumbing, electrical, flooring, plastering, tiling, decorating, and ventilation worksEnsure works comply with building regulations, health and safety legislation, and client specificationsManage site health and safety, ensuring safe systems of work are implemented and maintained at all timesCarry out site audits, inspections, toolbox talks, and quality checks, addressing any issues promptlyMonitor subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with company policies and proceduresManage material deliveries, site logistics, and resource allocation to maintain programme targetsLiaise with residents throughout the project, ensuring excellent customer service and minimising disruption to their homesInvestigate and resolve any quality concerns, defects, or customer complaints in a timely mannerMaintain accurate site records, programme updates, and project documentationIdentify and mitigate project risks to ensure delivery targets are achievedProvide regular progress reports to Contracts Managers and senior stakeholdersEnsure financial controls are maintained, including monitoring variations and supporting cost management Role Criteria:
Experience managing planned maintenance, capital works, refurbishment, or social housing projects.Proven experience delivering kitchen and bathroom replacement programmes.CSCS management cardNVQ Level 6 in construction site managementStrong knowledge of health and safety legislation, including CDM Regulations.Experience managing subcontractors, direct labour, and multiple trades on site.Ability to read and interpret specifications, drawings, and work programmes.Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.Experience conducting site inspections, quality audits, and health and safety checks.Ability to resolve issues and make decisions in a fast-paced operational environment.Competent in using IT systems for reporting, planning, and project management.Full UK driving licence. Benefits we can offer you
25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysAnnual Mears Fun Day - Our annual Fun Day is organised as a massive thank you from the Executive team for all the hard work!Volunteering Leave - Mears supports employees to undertake paid volunteering in the community, in support of our social value commitment.Staff perks with Mears Rewards - discounts of up to 10% weekly groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, plus much moreFamily friendly policiesCompany Van, Fuel Card / Car allowance and Uniform All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.
Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.
Apply below or to discuss your application further; contact:
Francesca Swan () If you need any help with your application process, we are here to support you. We will be accessible every step of the way.
At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.
We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.
In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.