Wates Group
Site Manager – Retrofit Projects (Carlisle)
Location:
Carlisle •
Business Unit:
WPS •
Contract Type:
Full-time, Permanent •
Salary:
Competitive + Benefits
Are you a skilled Site Manager with a passion for improving homes and communities? WPS is on the lookout for a motivated leader to join our Carlisle-based team, delivering high-impact retrofit projects.
What you’ll do
Take charge of site operations, leading teams and subcontractors to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
Act as the key link between clients, operatives, and our commercial team, ensuring everything runs smoothly and to the highest standards.
Oversee the delivery of retrofit works including: external wall insulation, cavity wall insulation, loft insulation, new windows and doors, roofing upgrades, and scaffolding operations to support safe and efficient site access.
What we’re looking for
Experience in retrofit works, especially EWI and roofing
Background in social housing projects
SMSTS certification (essential)
Strong leadership and communication skills
A proactive, hands-on approach to site management
Bonus Points
Asbestos Awareness
Scaffold Inspection
First Aid Certification
Key Responsibilities
Programme and manage daily site activities
Supervise operatives and subcontractors
Ensure Health & Safety compliance
Monitor quality, productivity, and site documentation
Liaise with clients and commercial teams
Attend meetings and produce reports
Conduct site inductions and ensure training is up to date
Why join WPS? At WPS, we’re committed to delivering sustainable, high-quality retrofit solutions that make a real difference. You’ll be part of a supportive team with clear progression opportunities—potentially stepping up to Contract or Operations Manager based on your performance and capability.
Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we do not discriminate based on criminal record or disclosed offences. Some roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. Pre-employment checks may include National Security Vetting.
Once you apply, a Recruitment Team member will be in contact to discuss the role in more detail and advise of the next steps.
Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK’s leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. We are committed to equality and are proud to have Gold Investors in People accreditation and Disability Confident status. We value long-term relationships and inclusion across our workforce.
The Wates Group is committed to environmental targets for 2025: Zero Waste, Zero Carbon from operations, and Positive Nature Enhancement.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management
Construction
Industries
Construction
We are not able to provide relocation assistance for this role.
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Carlisle •
Business Unit:
WPS •
Contract Type:
Full-time, Permanent •
Salary:
Competitive + Benefits
Are you a skilled Site Manager with a passion for improving homes and communities? WPS is on the lookout for a motivated leader to join our Carlisle-based team, delivering high-impact retrofit projects.
What you’ll do
Take charge of site operations, leading teams and subcontractors to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality work.
Act as the key link between clients, operatives, and our commercial team, ensuring everything runs smoothly and to the highest standards.
Oversee the delivery of retrofit works including: external wall insulation, cavity wall insulation, loft insulation, new windows and doors, roofing upgrades, and scaffolding operations to support safe and efficient site access.
What we’re looking for
Experience in retrofit works, especially EWI and roofing
Background in social housing projects
SMSTS certification (essential)
Strong leadership and communication skills
A proactive, hands-on approach to site management
Bonus Points
Asbestos Awareness
Scaffold Inspection
First Aid Certification
Key Responsibilities
Programme and manage daily site activities
Supervise operatives and subcontractors
Ensure Health & Safety compliance
Monitor quality, productivity, and site documentation
Liaise with clients and commercial teams
Attend meetings and produce reports
Conduct site inductions and ensure training is up to date
Why join WPS? At WPS, we’re committed to delivering sustainable, high-quality retrofit solutions that make a real difference. You’ll be part of a supportive team with clear progression opportunities—potentially stepping up to Contract or Operations Manager based on your performance and capability.
Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we do not discriminate based on criminal record or disclosed offences. Some roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. Pre-employment checks may include National Security Vetting.
Once you apply, a Recruitment Team member will be in contact to discuss the role in more detail and advise of the next steps.
Work for Wates Wates is one of the UK’s leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance companies. We are committed to equality and are proud to have Gold Investors in People accreditation and Disability Confident status. We value long-term relationships and inclusion across our workforce.
The Wates Group is committed to environmental targets for 2025: Zero Waste, Zero Carbon from operations, and Positive Nature Enhancement.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management
Construction
Industries
Construction
We are not able to provide relocation assistance for this role.
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