Site Manager

Directorate: Housing, Regeneration and Operations

Section: Repairs and Maintenance Service

Location: Alton House

Grade: Level 12

Salary: £45,091 - £48,226 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

There are 2 positions available.

This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.

About us:

We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that’s where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.

Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.

Further information on why work for us

The Role:

Stoke on Trent City Council are seeking n experienced Site Manager to lead the on-site delivery of repairs, maintenance and construction projects across Stoke on Trent. You will manage people, contractors and resources to ensure all projects are delivered safely on time and to quality standards within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage day to day site operations, ensuring full compliance with health and safety legislation and council SHE policies  Deliver project plans in line with contractual requirements, quality standards and agreed programmes of work Monitor budgets, financial performance including forecasting and cost control and provide accurate updates to the Project Manager Maintain essential site records Coordinate labour, subcontractors, materials and resources to meet programme requirements efficiently

About You:

Hold relevant NVQ level 4 or equivalent along with significant experience in managing CDM projects  Hold a current CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme qualification  Have a good knowledge of Housing Maintenance and multi disciplined project delivery  Demonstrable experience in managing social housing projects, refurbishments, planned major and minor works ranging in value from £10k to £1.5m Knowledge of construction management, planning and programming techniques

What we offer:

A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent Hybrid and flexible working options  An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes

Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here

For more information on the role, please contact the Recruiting Manager Russell Sims on russell.sims@stoke.gov.uk

Pre-Employment Checks:

Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre-employment checks. These may include:

Right to Work in the UK Proof of address Satisfactory references  Occupational Health Clearance  Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations  DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)

Please note that if an employee who is currently at risk of redundancy within the organisation applies for this vacancy their application will receive priority.  If this happens you will be advised accordingly.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don’t meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.