Site Manager
| Company: | ARC (Norwich) Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £60,000 to £65,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | IP27 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 16 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 15 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Site Manager
Location: Lakenheath, Suffolk
Salary: £60,000–£65,000 + car allowance + benefits
Developer: National PLC Housebuilder
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced
Site Manager to join a leading national PLC housebuilder on a major residential development in Lakenheath, Suffolk.
The development will comprise approximately
350 traditional-build homes, ranging from 2, 3 and 4-bedroom properties. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and commercially aware Site Manager to play a key role in delivering a high-quality residential scheme for an established and highly regarded housebuilder.
The Role
As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the development, ensuring that homes are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest standards of quality.
Key responsibilities will include:
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Managing and coordinating all site activities throughout the traditional build process.
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Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, company procedures and statutory requirements.
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Driving build programmes and ensuring plots are delivered in line with agreed construction schedules.
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Managing subcontractors, suppliers and site personnel to maintain productivity and workmanship standards.
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Maintaining rigorous quality control throughout all stages of construction.
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Monitoring progress against programme, identifying potential issues and implementing effective solutions.
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Working closely with the Contracts Manager, technical teams, commercial department and customer care team.
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Ensuring NHBC standards and building regulations are consistently met.
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Maintaining a safe, organised and efficient working environment.
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Supporting the successful handover of completed homes to customers.
The Ideal Candidate
To be considered for this position, you must have:
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Proven experience as a Site Manager within the
residential housebuilding sector.
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A strong background in
traditional build construction.
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Experience managing residential developments, ideally within a PLC housebuilder environment.
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NVQ Level 4 or above in Construction Site Supervision/Management, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
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A strong understanding of health and safety, quality assurance and build programmes.
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Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
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The ability to manage subcontractors effectively and drive a site team towards key delivery targets.
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A proactive, quality-focused approach with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.