Site Manager – External Refurbishment

Company: Think Recruitment
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Location: Peterborough
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Site Manager – Social Housing External Maintenance


Location: Peterborough


Contract: Full time, permanent


Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 DOE (Plus Car Allowance Plus Package)


The Opportunity


We are working with a leading Social Housing Contractor to recruit a proactive Site Manager to deliver an external retrofit projects across social housing properties in the Peterborouigh area.


This is a client-facing role where you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and health & safety.


Key Responsibilities



  • Oversee the overall direction of projects while maintaining financial control.

  • Build strong relationships with clients and their representatives to ensure high-quality service delivery.

  • Manage costs and coordinate subcontractors effectively.

  • Plan and implement short, medium, and long-term programmes for multiple work streams.

  • Conduct onsite inspections, investigations, and reporting to drive continuous improvement.

  • Handover properties on time, meeting strict key performance indicators (KPIs).

  • Liaise closely with clients, contract administrators, and design teams.

  • Ensure strict health and safety compliance on site.

  • Manage site administration and staff effectively.

  • Oversee scheduling and procurement of materials.

  • Chair subcontractor progress meetings.

  • Programme works using MS Project.


About You



  • Proven track record delivering planned maintenance projects within social housing, ideally retrofit works.

  • Strong leadership skills and the ability to maintain a visible, “hands-on” site presence.

  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

  • Experience in cost control and subcontractor management.

  • Competent in using MS Project or similar planning software.


Why Join


You will be part of a modern, forward-thinking business that values the strengths, skills, and personalities of its people as the key to success. In return, you will receive a highly competitive salary, car allowance and mileage reimbursement, alongside excellent career progression opportunities.

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Posted: August 11th, 2026