Job Description

About Us

Cognitive Construction Ltd is a progressive and client-focused construction company

specialising in residential extensions and new-build projects. Our mission is to deliver high quality homes while maintaining a positive impact on our clients, team, and community.

As our company continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced and proactive Project & Site Manager to play a key role in improving our planning systems, project visibility, and overall efficiency - ensuring that everyone across the business can see what's happening, where, and what's needed next.

The Role

This hybrid role combines strategic project planning with hands-on site management. You

will take ownership of multiple residential projects - overseeing them from preconstruction through to completion.

A key focus of this position is detailed project planning before each build begins - preparing accurate schedules, resource plans, and risk assessments and ongoing planning during live projects to track progress, adjust priorities, and forecast needs.

This role is primarily remote and site-based, with regular communication through digital platforms and occasional in-person meetings at company offices or project locations. You will ensure the wider company has clear, real-time visibility of project status through consistent updates in Buildertrend and effective coordination between all teams.

Key Responsibilities

1) Project Planning & Management

Lead pre-construction planning, including programme sequencing, resourcing, procurement schedules, and risk identification. Prepare and agree detailed project plans and timelines before any work begins. Hold mid-project planning sessions to track live progress, identify challenges early, and realign resources where needed. Keep Buildertrend and internal dashboards fully updated, ensuring the whole organisation can see real-time project status. Anticipate material, labour, and subcontractor needs several weeks ahead to prevent downtime or delays. Work closely with directors, estimators, and site teams to align costs, deadlines, and deliverables. Manage and process estimates, change orders, and variations promptly. Oversee project budgets and ensure accurate reporting of all expenditure.

2) Site Management

Lead and motivate the site team and subcontractors to deliver high-quality results safely and efficiently. Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and on-site coordination meetings. Ensure Health & Safety compliance at all times. Monitor quality at every stage of the build, conducting inspections before each phase is signed off. Maintain daily logs, including photos, delivery records, and progress updates via Buildertrend. Address site issues quickly, proactively, and collaboratively.

3) Team & Client Communication

Ensure full visibility and communication between site teams and office staff. Maintain positive client relationships built on trust, transparency, and proactive updates. Lead weekly office coordination meetings (in-person or online) and monthly companywide progress reviews. Provide clear, timely information to directors and colleagues to support business planning and delivery.

About You

Minimum 5 years' experience in construction management, ideally in residential extensions or new builds. Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. Proficient in Buildertrend or similar project management software. Excellent planning and scheduling skills - both pre-construction and live project management. In-depth knowledge of UK construction processes, materials, and building regulations. Full UK driving licence and reliable transport (within 40-mile radius of Milton Keynes). A proactive problem-solver with a hands-on approach and attention to detail. Advantageous: RICS-accredited degree or similar qualification.

What We Offer

45,000 - 55,000 annual salary (depending on experience) 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Pension scheme A supportive, growth-oriented working environment Flexibility to work remotely, on-site, and attend meetings at various office locations as required
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Work from home
Application question(s):

Do you have a RICS-accredited degree or similar?
Experience:

Construction management: 5 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Milton Keynes MK9 1FH