Site Manager

O'Neill & Brennan; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction contractor is seeking an experienced Site Manager to join their London Data Centre team. The successful candidate will oversee site operations, ensuring work is completed to the highest standards and within schedule. The role requires strong project management skills, proven experience in internal fit-out and data centre projects, and an ability to maintain positive client relationships. The offer includes an excellent salary, pension, and travel expenses.

Benefits

Excellent salary

Pension

Travel Expenses

Healthcare

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing site operations.
• Ability to uphold health and safety standards.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site operations on a day-to-day basis.
• Ensure client expectations are met.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors.

Skills

Extensive knowledge of the construction industry and project execution processes

Experience in internal fit-out and data centre projects

Proficiency in MS Office and project scheduling software

Strong ability to build and maintain positive client relationships

Excellent attention to detail

Clear and confident communication skills

Self-motivated and composed under pressure

Strong leadership and team management skills

Tools

MS Project or similar

Job description

O'Neill & Brennan are partnering with a well-established contractor who are seeking to appoint an experienced Site Manager on a permanent basis to join their London Data Centre team.

Purpose of the Role

To oversee site operations on a day-to-day basis, ensuring that all work is completed safely, on schedule, and to the highest standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure client expectations are met by delivering a high-quality end product while maintaining professional relationships with design teams and client representatives.
• Uphold the highest standards in health and safety, quality and client service ensuring that projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and snag-free.
• Accurately report progress and site activities in a timely manner to senior management.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors to ensure all work meets required standards with minimal rework.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute project works in accordance with contract documents and construction programmes.
• Foster strong working relationships with the construction management team, subcontractors, and the wider supply chain.
• Schedule and resource work effectively in line with the overall project programme.
• Collaborate closely with the project Quantity Surveyor to identify and address potential issues proactively.

Candidate Profile

• Extensive knowledge of the construction industry and project execution processes.
• Proven experience in internal fit-out and data centre projects.
• Proficient in MS Office and project scheduling software (e.g., MS Project or similar).
• Strong ability to build and maintain positive client relationships.
• Excellent attention to detail and a track record of delivering high-quality projects on time.
• Clear and confident communicator, both verbally and in writing.
• Self-motivated, with sound judgement and composure under pressure.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and drive performance.

Whats on Offer?

• Excellent salary
• Pension
• Travel Expenses
• Healthcare

Career Development

This organisation promotes a well-defined career progression framework, supported by a Professional Development Programme (PDP) and a structured mentoring system. These initiatives form the foundation of the company’s success.

For high-performing individuals, the typical progression path moves from Site Manager → Senior Site Manager → Project Manager → Contracts Manager.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation