Onsite Manager

Fourblue; Blyth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fourblue is seeking an experienced Site Manager – Steel Frame for a major data centre project in Blyth, Northumberland. You will lead day-to-day structural steel installation, supervise subcontractors and coordinate with adjacent trades to meet safety, quality and programme targets.

The role requires 5+ years in a similar position, preferably with a main contractor background, and experience on data centres or other complex infrastructure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience as a Site Manager or similar role.
• Main contractor background preferred.
• Experience on data centres, pharmaceutical, cleanroom or other complex/critical infrastructure projects.
• Strong subcontractor and site management experience.
• Good understanding of steel erection, lifting operations and construction sequencing.
• HND / Degree preferred, or significant industry experience from a trades background.
• UK or Irish passport required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day structural steel installation works on site.
• Supervise steelwork subcontractors, operatives and site activities.
• Coordinate steel works with concrete, cladding, roofing, MEP and other packages.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, to programme and to required quality standards.
• Manage site logistics, deliveries, craneage, lifting operations and access requirements.
• Review and enforce RAMS, lifting plans and safe systems of work.
• Monitor subcontractor progress, productivity and manpower.
• Carry out inspections, quality checks and manage snagging and defects.
• Coordinate with Package Managers, Engineers and wider construction team.
• Identify site issues and programme risks, escalating and resolving where required.
• Maintain strong health, safety and quality standards across the steel package.

Skills

Site management

Steel erection

Subcontractor management

Health & safety

Construction sequencing

Education

HND / Degree in related field

Tools

RAMS

Lifting plans

Job description

Site Manager – Steel Frame – Data Centre

Experience on data centres, pharmaceutical, cleanroom or other complex/critical infrastructure projects is a must.

Location: Blyth, Northumberland

Rotation: Monday–Friday, or 10/4 for candidates based 3+ hours away

We are looking for an experienced Site Manager – Steel Frame to join a major data centre development in Blyth, Northumberland.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day structural steel installation works on site.
• Supervise steelwork subcontractors, operatives and site activities.
• Coordinate steel works with concrete, cladding, roofing, MEP and other CSA packages.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, to programme and to the required quality standards.
• Manage site logistics, deliveries, craneage, lifting operations and access requirements.
• Review and enforce RAMS, lifting plans and safe systems of work.
• Monitor subcontractor progress, productivity and manpower.
• Carry out inspections, quality checks and manage snagging and defects.
• Coordinate with Package Managers, Engineers and the wider construction team.
• Identify site issues and programme risks, escalating and resolving where required.
• Maintain strong health, safety and quality standards across the steel package.

Experience Required

• 5+ years' experience as a Site Manager, Steel Site Manager, Construction Manager or similar.
• Main contractor background preferred.
• Experience on data centres, pharmaceutical, cleanroom or other complex/critical infrastructure projects.
• Strong subcontractor and site management experience.
• Good understanding of steel erection, lifting operations and construction sequencing.
• HND / Degree preferred, or significant industry experience having progressed from a trade background.
• UK or Irish passport required.

Rotation

• Monday–Friday if local.
• Candidates based more than approximately three hours from site can work a 10 days on / 4 days off rotation.
• Travel and hotel accommodation provided for the 10/4 rotation, plus a nightly food allowance.