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Role overview

Job Title

Site Manager

Purpose Of The Role

A Site Manager oversees and coordinates all on-site activities to ensure that construction projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Role In MMC

Site Managers play a key role in integrating MMC by managing the logistics of modular and prefabricated components, ensuring efficient on-site assembly, and coordinating with off-site manufacturing teams to maintain project flow and quality.

Knowledge & Skills

Modern Methods of Construction is continuously expanding; with many transferable skillsets.

Fundamental Skills

Basic essential skills

  • Operations Management
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Commercial Awareness
  • Leadership

Additional MMC Skills

Specialised MMC skills

  • Quality Assurance
  • Supply Chain & Logistics
  • Manufacturing & Assembly
  • Digital & Technology

Universal Skills

Transferable or soft skills

  • Decision Making
  • Planning & Executing
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Adaptability & Resilience

Suggested Entry Routes

Experience

  • Working as a Site Supervisor, Assistant Site Manager, or trade professional before progressing into management.

Education

  • HNC/HND or degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.

Training & Certifications

  • SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
  • CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme)
  • NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management

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