Heritage Site Manager - North London

deverellsmith; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London residential developer is looking for a Site Manager with heritage building experience to oversee the internal fit out of a museum project. Candidates must have strong project management skills, as well as proficiency in using Fieldview. This full-time role is expected to last approximately 3 months, offering an exciting opportunity to contribute to a significant heritage site.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager with heritage/listed building experience.
• Excellent technical knowledge of residential construction methods.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach to deliver on time.
• Proven safety, quality and stakeholder management on site.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the internal delivery process on the museum project.
• Create and manage project programmes, addressing challenges proactively.
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors and site teams.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards with regular inspections and enforcement.
• Maintain premium finishes, ensuring works align with specifications and client expectations.
• Provide clear, professional communication with project managers, consultants and wider stakeholders.
• Monitor budgets and resources to ensure delivery is efficient and profitable.

Skills

Heritage building experience

Project management

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

SMSTS

CSCS

NVQ Level 6

Tools

Fieldview

Job description

We are working with a leading London residential developer who require a Site Manager with heritage/listed building experience to manage the internal fit out of a museum project. This role is expected to be a temporary assignment to last around 3 months. The ideal candidate must have prior experience working on the internal fit out / refurbishment of a heritage site and/or listed buildings.

Base pay range

Heritage Site Manager - Residential Developer (PAYE)

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Oversee the full internal delivery process - including drylining, joinery, MEP installations, and finishing trades - ensuring seamless progress from programme through to completion.
• Programme Management: Create, manage, and drive project programmes, addressing challenges proactively and keeping works on track.
• Team & Subcontractor Management: Lead, coordinate, and inspire subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams to maintain productivity and progress.
• Health, Safety & Compliance: Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, with regular site inspections and enforcement.
• Quality Assurance: Maintain premium standards of finish, ensuring all works align with specifications and exceed client expectations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Provide clear, professional communication with project managers, consultants, and wider stakeholders.
• Commercial Awareness: Monitor budgets and resources, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and profitably.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager with a heritage/listed building experience, with a strong track record on internal works.
• Proficiency with Fieldview and ability to write and deliver programmes.
• SMSTS, CSCS, and NVQ Level 6 (minimum).
• Excellent technical knowledge of residential construction methods and finishing standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the drive to deliver on time and to the highest quality.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a high-profile residential developer at the forefront of London's growth market. Apply today!

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management

Industries

• Building Construction