Site Manager

Allison Homes Limited; Norwich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent housebuilding company in Norwich is seeking a Site Manager to oversee the construction of new residential developments. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to high-quality standards. Applicants should have significant experience in site management within the residential building sector and relevant qualifications. This role offers a competitive package with benefits including bonuses, a pension scheme, and more.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Car allowance

25 days holiday

Pension Scheme

Group Life Assurance

Group Income Protection Scheme

Smart Health Employee Assistance Programme

Simply Health Cash Plan

House purchase discount scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a Site Manager role within the residential housebuilding sector.
• Proven ability to organise, lead, and drive performance across site teams and subcontractors.
• Solid understanding of NHBC standards, current Building Regulations, and construction best practices.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the safe, timely, and high-quality delivery of new homes.
• Lead, motivate and manage subcontractors and staff.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures.

Skills

Industry Experience

Leadership Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

IT Proficiency

Education

NVQ Level 3, 4 or 6, or BTEC diploma in Building Construction

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

COINS

Job description

At Allison Homes, we pride ourselves on being an award-winning private housebuilder dedicated to creating beautiful homes and communities across the East of England, the East Midlands and the South West of England.

Our mission is to provide affordable yet aspirational homes to our communities, ensuring that new homes are accessible and attainable for all with a quality product suitable for everyone.

We are proud of our people, and collaboration and teamwork are key to everything we do. Our Values are at our heart and centre around Trust, Teamwork, Kindness, Passion and Performance.

As we continue our exciting growth journey, our Central regional business represents a significant area of expansion and investment. We are building a strong, dynamic team to lead and deliver high-quality developments across the region.

This is a key site-based leadership role responsible for managing the day-to-day construction activities on one of our new housing developments in the Central region. The Site Manager will ensure homes are delivered safely, on time, to budget and to the high standards Allison Homes are known for. This role is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced construction professional to contribute to the success of our growing regional business.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Delivery: Take full responsibility for the safe, timely, and high-quality delivery of new homes on a residential construction site.
• Team Management: Lead, motivate and manage subcontractors, direct labour, and on-site support staff to achieve exceptional results.
• Health & Safety: Ensure strict compliance with Allison Homes’ health and safety procedures, legal requirements, and NHBC standards.
• Site Inspections: Carry out regular checks to monitor progress, workmanship, and compliance with regulations and internal benchmarks.
• Cross-Team Coordination: Work closely with Commercial, Technical, and Sales teams to enable smooth and efficient site delivery.
• Meetings & Handover: Attend and contribute to pre-start, progress, and customer handover meetings.
• Documentation: Keep thorough and up-to-date records, including site diaries, build programme updates, quality checks, and health & safety documents.
• Customer Liaison: Communicate effectively with purchasers and Sales to ensure customer satisfaction and positive experiences.
• Problem Solving: Proactively address build and scheduling challenges to maintain progress and programme targets.
• Quality Standards: Promote and maintain a clean, safe, and right-first-time build environment.
• People Development: Support and mentor Assistant Site Managers, Trainees, and other site-based colleagues.

Note: This list is not exhaustive and may evolve based on the needs of the region.

What you will bring

• Industry Experience: Experience in a Site Manager role within the residential housebuilding sector.
• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3, 4 or 6, or a BTEC diploma in Building Construction (or similar).
• Certifications: SMSTS, First Aid at Work, Scaffolding Awareness Certificate, and LOLER Certificate.
• CSCS Card: Black or Gold CSCS card required.
• Regional Experience: Familiarity with managing sites in the South West region.
• Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of NHBC standards, current Building Regulations, and construction best practices.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to organise, lead, and drive performance across site teams and subcontractors.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills with internal teams and customers alike.
• Attention to Detail: Committed to delivering high-quality homes with a focus on safety and presentation.
• IT Proficiency: Competent in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; experience with COINS is beneficial.
• Driving Requirement: Full UK driving licence essential.

What you’ll get in return

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Car allowance (with option to join the company salary sacrifice car scheme T&Cs apply)
• 25 days holiday (increasing to 27 after two years’ continuous service)
• Pension Scheme
• Group Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection Scheme
• Smart Health Employee Assistance Programme
• Simply Health Cash Plan (opt-in)
• Allison Homes House purchase discount scheme

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with Allison Homes? If this sounds like you, apply today by sending us your CV along with a covering email or letter to [e-mail] by the closing date of 12th January 2026.

This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, and therefore you should apply for this job as soon as possible.

Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that we receive, only successful candidates will be contacted.

At Allison Homes, we prioritise inclusion and diversity. We ensure that all applicants and colleagues are treated with fairness and respect, regardless of any protected characteristics. If you need any support or reasonable adjustments during your application process, please feel free to reach out to us—we are here to assist you.