Wates Group
Site Manager – Retrofit Projects (Carlisle)
Location:
Carlisle
Business Unit:
WPS
Contract Type:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
Competitive + Benefits
About the Role You’ll take charge of site operations, leading teams and subcontractors to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality work. You’ll be the key link between clients, operatives, and our commercial team—ensuring everything runs smoothly and to the highest standards. You will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of retrofit works including the installation of external wall insulation, cavity wall insulation, loft insulation, new windows and doors, roofing upgrades, and scaffolding operations to support safe and efficient site access.
Qualifications
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 assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant’s criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre‑employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting.
We are committed to equality and inclusion. Wates Group is a Disability Confident employer and is proud to have been recognised with gold accreditation with Investors in People.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
Industry: Construction
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Carlisle
Business Unit:
WPS
Contract Type:
Full-time, Permanent
Salary:
Competitive + Benefits
About the Role You’ll take charge of site operations, leading teams and subcontractors to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality work. You’ll be the key link between clients, operatives, and our commercial team—ensuring everything runs smoothly and to the highest standards. You will be responsible for overseeing the delivery of retrofit works including the installation of external wall insulation, cavity wall insulation, loft insulation, new windows and doors, roofing upgrades, and scaffolding operations to support safe and efficient site access.
Qualifications
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 assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant’s criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre‑employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting.
We are committed to equality and inclusion. Wates Group is a Disability Confident employer and is proud to have been recognised with gold accreditation with Investors in People.
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
Industry: Construction
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