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Site Manager

  • 11868
  • Basingstoke
  • Operations
  • Permanent
  • Closing on: 7 Dec 2026
  • 10022820
  • Drew Albert
  • Drew.Albert@wates.co.uk
  • Grade E - WPS Planned 2026
  • Basic DBS

Wates Property Services is continuing to grow following the successful mobilisation of major planned maintenance, retrofit and decarbonisation contracts across the UK. You will play a key role in delivering a flagship Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) programme across Basingstoke and Farnborough, helping to improve the energy efficiency of residents' homes and support the UK's net zero ambitions.

As our portfolio of work expands, we're investing in talented people who want to make a genuine impact within local communities while building a long-term career with one of the UK's leading property services providers.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to support the delivery of a major SHDF social housing programme across Basingstoke and Farnborough.

You will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with operational teams, subcontractors, residents and client stakeholders, you will play a key role in ensuring a positive customer experience throughout project delivery.

Opportunity Snapshot

  • Working across a major SHDF retrofit and decarbonisation programme.
  • Site-based role covering Basingstoke and Farnborough.
  • Salary, bonus scheme, car allowance and wider benefits package will be discussed during the screening process.

Main Duties

  • Managing subcontractors, direct labour and specialist installation teams.
  • Planning and coordinating daily site activities across occupied properties.
  • Monitoring programme delivery, quality standards and health & safety compliance.
  • Undertaking regular site inspections, audits and quality checks.
  • Ensuring works are completed in accordance with client specifications and company procedures.
  • Building positive relationships with residents, client representatives and internal stakeholders.
  • Working closely with Resident Liaison Officers to maintain excellent customer satisfaction.
  • Managing site logistics, materials and resources effectively.
  • Producing progress reports and programme updates.
  • Supporting the successful delivery of project KPIs and commercial targets.
  • Promoting a positive culture focused on safety, quality and customer satisfaction.

Experience We're Seeking

  • Experience working as a Site Manager within social housing, planned maintenance, refurbishment or retrofit projects. (Desirable)
  • Experience managing works within occupied residential properties. (Essential)
  • Strong understanding of health & safety legislation and site management procedures. 
  • Experience working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor. (Desirable)
  • Full UK Driving Licence. (Essential)
  • SMSTS.
  • CSCS Card.
  • First Aid at Work Certificate.

Our commitments:  

WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.  We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.

We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work.  As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme.  Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at wpsrecruitment@wates.co.uk

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