Being a site manager in a company like Maisons Sic, is orchestrating the construction of a new house. Team management, work control, planning, customer relations… This strategic position requires advanced technical skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
Arrived at Maisons Sic As head of the salaried construction site teams almost two years ago, this experienced professional quickly found his place within the company. This is a builder who truly respects standards and aims for quality construction. All houses are built on crawl spaces, with particular attention paid to the quality of the foundations. "He says.
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Site manager: a job that promotes experience
The site manager's career path is often marked by a gradual increase in skills. I started at the bottom of the ladder as a laborer in masonry. I climbed the ladder little by little. From team leader, I became site manager, a position I held for more than 18 years before taking on this role as manager of the salaried site teams. » This function at Maisons Sic allows him to diversify his skills by supervising different trades: earthmovers, masons, carpenters, plasterers, tilers, etc. I spend a lot of time on construction sites, but I also have some office work with managing schedules and ordering materials. »
Guarantor of the progress of the work
Lead, plan, control… The site manager ensures that each project runs smoothly, respecting deadlines and standards. With the teams, you have to know how to build a relationship of friendliness and trust so that things go well. "He is also responsible for the well-being of the workers, the distribution of tasks and the availability of resources necessary for the smooth running of the work." From the foundations to the laying of tiles and the framework, I monitor the progress of the construction site and prepare the deliveries of materials and equipment. I make sure that everything arrives on site on time. The teams must not have to bring anything except their tools. »
The site manager is the guarantor of the quality of the work
Able to intervene quickly in all situations, the site manager does not hesitate to lend a hand on the ground when necessary. His role is also to guarantee the quality of the work carried out. Thanks to his experience and training, he masters the building rules, safety standards and essential technical regulations. In addition to ensuring the progress of the construction site, he makes important decisions every day to respect the deadlines and budget defined with the client.
Site manager: interface between the site and the customers
The salaried team manager also plays a leading role with clients. He regularly informs them of the progress of the work and participates in key meetings until the house is handed over. Between technical advice, financial monitoring and support, he ensures a constant link between the site and the client, thus guaranteeing a smooth and controlled construction.
Well integrated into his position, this site manager hopes to continue in this direction and bring his expertise to future projects. Maisons Sic.
