Site Manager – Social Housing Refurbishment

About the role

Novus is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee multiple social‑housing refurbishment sites across Burton, Uttoxeter, Asbourne and surrounding areas. You will lead a skilled trade team, ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards while adding real social value to the communities we serve.

Key responsibilities

• Manage site teams, subcontractors and resources across several contracts.
• Coordinate pre‑construction activities, including pack preparation and asbestos surveys.
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, legal and statutory requirements.
• Oversee kitchen and bathroom replacements and disability adaptations.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and reporting in partnership with the Contracts Manager.
• Develop and monitor master programmes for multiple live sites.

Required profile

• Proven experience in planned refurbishment works within social housing or tenanted properties.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen, bathroom refurbishments and disability adaptations.
• Ability to manage several sites simultaneously with commercial awareness.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the capacity to make informed decisions.

Required skills

• Health & Safety management.
• Project management and programme scheduling.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell days.
• Company pension scheme (up to 7.5%).
• Car allowance or fleet van/fuel card.
• Discounted healthcare scheme, lifestyle discounts, paid volunteering day and length‑of‑service awards.