Site Manager

The Role

The Site Manager will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the works, working closely with the Project Manager, design team, subcontractors and specialist suppliers.

The successful candidate will need a strong understanding of the London construction market, including permits, delivery restrictions, access requirements and complex site logistics.

You must be comfortable managing multiple trades and driving progress on a technically challenging, fast-paced programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the day-to-day delivery of the project
• Coordinating subcontractors, specialist contractors and site teams
• Driving the construction programme and maintaining key dates
• Managing site logistics, deliveries, access and permits
• Planning and coordinating works within a restricted London location
• Ensuring works are completed safely and to the required quality standards
• Managing short-term programmes, look-ahead schedules and daily activities
• Coordinating with the Project Manager, design team and M&E team
• Chairing subcontractor meetings and daily site briefings
• Monitoring workmanship and resolving site issues
• Completing site inspections, permits and relevant documentation
• Supporting testing, commissioning and handover
• Maintaining high health and safety standards throughout the project

Candidate Requirements

• Previous Site Manager experience on commercial fit-out or refurbishment projects
• Experience working on projects in Central London
• Strong knowledge of London logistics, delivery restrictions and permit procedures
• Proven ability to manage and drive a fast-paced construction programme
• Strong subcontractor and trade management experience
• Experience coordinating technically detailed or heavily serviced projects
• Good understanding of mechanical and electrical installations
• Strong communication, organisation and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple work packages simultaneously
• SMSTS
• CSCS
• First Aid at Work