Contract Manager/Site Foreman
| Job Type | Contract or Temp |
| Area | Essex, England |
| Sector | Building & Construction - Contracts Manager |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Susan Curran |
| Job Ref | 883296 |
| Job Views | 2 |
- Description
- Contract Manager / Site Foreman - Luxury Residential
Essex (primarily high-end private residential projects)
Full-time / Contract 18 months initially, with other projects to follow
Salary - Competitive, Self-employed basis.
We are seeking an experienced and personable Contract Manager / Site Foreman to oversee the delivery of high-end luxury residential projects across Essex. The role requires a professional who has extensive experience manging New Build - Residential Luxury Developments and is familiar with all building regulations. This person will have exceptional attention to detail, strong leadership skills, and proven experience delivering bespoke residential builds to the highest quality standards.
You will be responsible for managing sites from pre-start through to completion, ordering materials, coordinating trades, ensuring quality craftsmanship, and maintaining excellent client relationships throughout the build process.
Key Responsibilities Site & Project Management
- Manage day-to-day site operations on luxury residential projects - Two concurrent projects
- Oversee programmes, sequencing, and workflow to ensure projects are delivered on time
- Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour, and suppliers
- Ordering materials.
- Comply with building regulations.
- Checking quality of all work carried out on site.
- Manage all aspects of Health & Safety.
- Ensure works are completed in line with drawings, specifications, and client expectations.
- Ensure that projects are running to and completed in agreed time frames.
- Maintain exceptionally high standards of workmanship throughout all stages.
- Inspect works regularly and rectify defects proactively.
- Ensure finishes meet luxury residential standards.
- Ensure full compliance with health & safety legislation.
- Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
- Maintain site records, RAMS, and compliance documentation.
- Assist with cost control, variations, and subcontractor management.
- Monitor labour and material usage against budgets.
- Liaise with contract administrators, quantity surveyors, and directors.
- Act as main point of contact on site for clients, architects, and designers.
- Maintain a professional, discreet, and client-focused approach.
- Attend site meetings and provide progress updates.
- Proven experience as a Contract Manager, Site Foreman, or Senior Site Manager on Residential New Build Sites.
- Strong background in luxury residential construction (high-end private homes, new builds).
- Excellent knowledge of construction methods, materials, and finishes.
- Taking responsibility to order materials.
- Ability to read and interpret detailed architectural and design drawings.
- Strong leadership and organisational skills.
- High attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- SMSTS or SSSTS
- First Aid at Work
- CSCS (relevant level)
- Trade background
- Professional and client-facing, natural relationships builder.
- Proactive and solution-driven.
- Well-presented, reliable and honest.
- Able to work under pressure and manage multiple trades.
- Passion for quality and craftsmanship.
- Opportunity to work on prestigious luxury residential projects.
- Supportive and professional working environment.
- Competitive salary/package.
- Long-term work opportunities.