Role Overview

Reporting to the Contracts Manager, the Roofing Site Manager will assume full operational responsibility for roofing works across multiple sites. You will lead site operations from mobilisation through to completion, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with contractual obligations, programme targets, and quality standards. This role requires strong technical roofing expertise, excellent leadership capability, and proven experience managing works within the social housing sector.

Scope of Works

• Full pitched roof replacements (tiled, slate, concrete systems)
• Flat roofing installations (SBS felt, liquid waterproofing, single ply, GRP)
• Associated rainwater goods, fascia, soffits and cladding works
• Thermal upgrades including loft insulation and ventilation improvements
• Scaffold management and temporary works coordination
• Delivery within live, occupied properties
• Project values typically range from £250k to £3m

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations across one or multiple projects
• Develop and maintain detailed programmes of works
• Coordinate direct labour and specialist subcontractors
• Ensure strict compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company HSEQ policies
• Conduct site inspections, audits and toolbox talks
• Promote a proactive safety culture and zero-harm environment
• Carry out staged inspections and ensure works meet specification
• Oversee snagging, defect resolution and client handover
• Attend progress meetings with clients and consultants
• Work collaboratively with Resident Liaison Officers
• Manage resident expectations and resolve escalated concerns professionally
• Monitor labour allocation and material usage

Candidate Requirements

• Demonstrable experience managing roofing works within the social housing sector
• Strong technical knowledge of pitched and flat roofing systems
• Experience delivering planned maintenance or capital works programmes
• Experience working within live, occupied residential settings
• SMSTS
• CSCS (Manager level)
• First Aid at Work
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Asbestos Awareness