Posted 21 July, 2026
Senior Site Agent
Penguin Recruitment Ltd
Dalton in Furness, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Senior Site Agent
\nLocation: Cumbria
\nSalary: £55-60,000
\nAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Site Agent to join a growing regional housebuilder, taking full responsibility for the successful delivery of a prestigious residential development in Cumbria. This is a key leadership role, ideal for an experienced housebuilding professional with a strong track record of delivering high-quality residential developments safely, on time and within budget.
\nKey responsibilities include:
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- Managing all site operations from groundworks through to customer handover. \n
- Leading site teams, subcontractors and suppliers. \n
- Delivering homes safely, on programme and within budget. \n
- Monitoring quality, productivity and site costs. \n
- Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation, Building Regulations and NHBC or equivalent warranty standards. \n
- Coordinating subcontractors and site logistics. \n
- Working closely with Commercial, Technical, Sales and Customer Care teams. \n
- Managing inspections with Building Control and warranty providers. \n
- Maintaining accurate site records and reports. \n
Applicants should have:
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- Significant experience within residential housebuilding. \n
- Previous experience as a Senior Site Manager or Site Agent. \n
- Experience delivering traditional housing developments from start to finish. \n
- Strong leadership, planning and organisational skills. \n
- Excellent knowledge of Health & Safety, Building Regulations and warranty standards. \n
- SMSTS, CSCS Black or Gold Card and First Aid at Work. \n
- Full UK Driving Licence. \n
- Additional qualifications such as NVQ Level 6, Temporary Works Supervisor, Scaffold Inspection or Fire Marshal would be advantageous. \n
On offer:
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- Competitive salary, depending on experience. \n
- Car allowance. \n
- Company pension. \n
- 28 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays. \n
- Mobile phone and laptop provided. \n
- Ongoing training and professional development. \n
- Genuine long-term career progression with a growing regional housebuilder. \n
To apply, please call Sophie on or alternatively, send your CV across to . I look forward to hearing from you soon!
