Site Manager
Wolverton, England, gb
The Role
Due to our continued growth, we are delighted to confirm that we are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Site Manager to join Fortem, based in Olham with travel across the surrounding area.
The Site Manager will work on a full-time basis and will lead the site teams and subcontractors in undertaking the required projects tasks and will be accountable for the management and planning of sub-contract labour, supporting the delivery of a capital works programme, for our client the Guiness Partnership, where we will be responsible for enhancements to properties, including: Bathrooms, Kitchens and Roofs and Electrical works.
The Site Manager will also ensure compliance with SHE includes management of ‘risk’ and deputise for the Operations Manager as and when required.
The Project
Key duties and responsibilities:
• To have read, understood and comply with Company Policies and Procedures at all times.
• Ensure the works program is on track and kept up to date on the system.
• Ensure that Company Health & Safety Policies and procedures are strictly adhered to and work closely with Health & Safety Managers and Advisors
• Maintain and produce, on request, up-to-date Health & Safety records
• Ensure all Environmental and Waste Management Policies are adhered to
• Ensure that all staff, sub-contractors and visitors to the site are appropriately inducted • Fully comply with the Company’s Customer Satisfaction Policy and Procedures
• Ensure all directly employed personnel work within the required specification and adhere to general Company Policies
• Ensure that procedures and controls laid down by the Company are fully implemented by all site personnel
• Motivate, support and manage directly employed site staff. Provide training, coaching, appraisal and support as required to improve the performance of directly employed site staff
• Ensure site presentation is maintained at the correct standard at all times.
• Organise regular site meetings and pre-plan and ensure efficient usage of all resources
Essential and Desirable Criteria
Essential Criteria:
• Minimum level 4 qualification (NVQ4 or HNC)
• SMSTS • Scaffold inspection
• Role Appropriate CSCS card
• First Aid at work certificate
• Asbestos awareness (duty to manage would be desirable)
• Excellent understanding of building refurbishment works (high rise experience is desirable)
• Valid driver’s license
• Confident and comfortable with engaging, managing, communicating with all levels of supply chain members, from directors/owners, supervisors to operatives on the ground • Comfortable reviewing & challenging sub-contract RAMS prior to final review from the HSEC team.
Desirable:
• CIOB or Construction related membership
• Knowledge and understanding of ASTA
• Experience of delivering projects for an Affordable housing Client, in particular refurbishment projects
• Experience of working alongside a customer liaison officer who in tandem will ensure access and information is communicated to the residents to assist access and ultimately programme. Knowledge of working with different contracts JCT/NEC
• Quality assurance • Temporary works knowledge
Personal Qualities
At Fortem we look for a balance of skills and experience but just as important to us are your values and behaviours. We are looking for people to join our team aligned to our values which are: Are honest and trustworthy.
You will be able to:
• recognise your own strengths and limitations, play to your strengths and use strategies to minimise the impact of your limitations,
• reflect regularly on your own experiences and performance, and constantly seek to improve,
• model behaviour that shows respect, helpfulness, and co-operation,
• respond positively and with resilience to setbacks,
• recognise people’s needs and motivations and acknowledge the feelings and views of all parties.
• recognise when there are conflicts, acknowledge the feelings and views of all parties, and redirect people's energy towards a common goal,
• make best use of available resources and seek new sources of support, when necessary,
• state your own position and views clearly and confidently in conflict situations,
• share, and encourage others to share, information and knowledge,
• recognise the importance of relationships and build these across the organisation,
• understand and address stakeholders' needs,
• identify your customers’ needs and expectations and strive to deliver them.