Job Description

Site Manager – Abingdon, Oxon

£70,000 – £75,000 + package | Permanent

Award Winning Quality Developer with impressive pipeline of work

Start Nov /Dec 2026 ( or later if on notice period) 

We’re working with a well-established residential developer on a major new development in Abingdon, and they’re looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to kick of this new community development of high quality houses.

The development will deliver a significant new community, including up to 350 new homes, alongside associated infrastructure, landscaping, open space and community facilities.

This is a great opportunity for a Site Manager who enjoys being hands-on and wants to be involved in a sizeable residential development from the early stages through to completion.

The Role

Reporting into the Construction Manager, you’ll take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the site, ensuring the development is delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

You’ll be responsible for:

Managing subcontractors and site labour on a day-to-day basis Planning and coordinating construction activities

Maintaining high standards of health & safety across the site

Ensuring work is completed to programme and specification

Managing quality and ensuring defects are kept to a minimum

Coordinating trades and subcontractors

Working closely with the commercial and technical teams

Maintaining accurate site records and reporting progress

Ensuring the site is kept organised, safe and well presented

Supporting the successful handover of completed properties

About You

We’re looking for an experienced Site Manager with a background in residential housebuilding and a good understanding of traditional construction methods.

You’ll ideally have:

Previous experience managing residential housing developments

A strong understanding of construction programmes and sequencing

Experience managing subcontractors and trades

Excellent health & safety awareness

Good quality control and attention to detail

Strong communication and organisational skills

SMSTS

CSCS

First Aid

Most importantly, we’re looking for someone who takes pride in what they deliver, can manage a busy site effectively and works well as part of a wider team.

 

For more information, or a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Russell Gale at Avocet Recruitment.