Site Manager

The Vacancy

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Site Manager to join our Planned Maintenance team in Wolverhampton. You will oversee external programmes including roofing, windows and doors, communal areas, and FRA works for Wolverhampton Homes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Programme and manage short-term works schedules.
• Lead operatives, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Conduct pre- and post-inspection visits and advise on job requirements and design solutions.
• Deliver weekly site progress reports and ensure timely submission of job packs for invoicing and cash flow.
• Ensure successful delivery and handover of schemes.

About You:

• Proven track record in managing internal and external planned maintenance works.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a positive and engaging approach.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines effectively.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant’s criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.

To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Work for Wates

Wates is one of the UK’s leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies.  Founded over 125 years ago, we have a proud legacy in the built environment.

We are driven by our purpose, ‘reimagining places for people to thrive’ and our three promises:

• Thriving places – working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity.
• Thriving planet – protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners.
• Thriving people – creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in and treated with care.

We are proud to be recognised as Gold Investors in People and as a Disability Confident employer.  We also ensure that our recruitment processes do not treat anyone less favourably due to an offending background.