Assistant Site Manager

Cityscape; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in Central London is seeking an experienced Site Manager for high-end refurbishment projects, particularly in educational settings. The role involves overseeing site operations, managing teams, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. This position offers a competitive day rate and the opportunity to work on prestigious projects with a focus on innovation and quality.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience as a Site Manager on commercial fit-out or refurbishment projects.
• Experience working in live/occupied environments, ideally within schools or education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations and ensure project milestones are met.
• Manage subcontractors and direct labour.
• Maintain site health & safety and quality control standards.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

SMSTS Certification

CSCS Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Site Manager - High-End Fit-Out Projects


Location: Central London

Rate: £250 - £300 per day (CIS/Umbrella)

The Company:

We’re working in partnership with a specialist fit-out and refurbishment contractor renowned for delivering high-spec education and commercial environments across London and the UK. With a strong project pipeline and a focus on quality, innovation, and safety, they’ve built a reputation as a go-to contractor for complex refurbishments in occupied and sensitive settings.

The Role:

We’re looking for a driven and experienced Site Manager to take the lead on refurbishment projects, particularly within schools and other live environments. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing commercial fit-out schemes from strip-out through to handover, ensuring work is delivered on time, to spec, and to the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee daily site operations and ensure project milestones are met

Manage subcontractors and direct labour

Liaise with the project team, client, and stakeholders

Maintain site health & safety and quality control standards

Ensure smooth communication and issue resolution on-site

Requirements:

3-5 years’ experience as a Site Manager on commercial fit-out or refurbishment projects

Experience working in live/occupied environments, ideally within schools or education

Valid SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certifications

Strong communication and leadership skills

Able to commute to and work in Central London daily

What’s on Offer:

Competitive day rate: £250 - £300 per day

Immediate start on a long-term pipeline of London-based projects

Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking contractor on prestigious schemes