Site Manager

Carlisle, Cumbria
Skilled Careers

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead external works and SHDF (Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund) retrofit projects across social housing stock in Carlise.

You ll be responsible for ensuring that all external and energy efficiency upgrades including cladding installations, insulation, window and door replacements, roofing, and associated building fabric improvements are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of energy performance and compliance.

You ll work closely with Contracts Managers, Resident Liaison Officers (RLOs), and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed on time, on budget, and with minimal disruption to residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate day-to-day site operations on multiple external and SHDF retrofit projects.
• Supervise trades and subcontractors carrying out cladding, insulation, window/door replacements, roofing, and other energy efficiency-related works.
• Ensure all works meet SHDF requirements, building regulations, and energy performance standards (e.g., PAS 2035, EPC targets, etc.).
• Maintain site health & safety compliance, carrying out regular inspections and toolbox talks.
• Liaise with Resident Liaison Officers to communicate works and minimise disruption to tenants.
• Carry out pre-start meetings, progress reports, and handover inspections.
• Monitor quality, productivity, and materials use against programme and budget targets.
• Identify and report variations, issues, or non-conformances promptly to the Contracts Manager.
• Ensure accurate and timely record keeping including photos, permits, and completion documents.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within external works, energy efficiency retrofits, SHDF projects, or social housing refurbishment (essential)
• Working knowledge of cladding installations, insulation systems, building fabric upgrades, and SHDF retrofit works (essential)
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge and ability to enforce site compliance (SMSTS or SSSTS required)
• Excellent leadership and communication skills able to manage teams, subcontractors, and client expectations
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• Organised, proactive, and able to deliver multiple projects to strict deadlines
• Energy efficiency or retrofit-related certifications (e.g., PAS 2035, TrustMark, or similar) desirable but not essential