Site Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension contribution

Private healthcare package

Job summary

AWI Civitas in Canary Wharf (United Kingdom) seeks a hands-on No. 1 Site Manager to drive site operations from inception through handover. You will lead the site team, coordinate subcontractors, ensure strict health and safety standards, and deliver the build on time, within budget and to required quality.

You will supervise direct labour, read drawings and manage costs with the Project Manager. The role offers progression to Senior Site/Project Manager and comes with UK pension and private

Qualifications

• Proven experience as No. 1 Site Manager on relevant projects (commercial, housing or refurbishment).
• SMSTS certificate is required.
• CSCS card (Black or Gold) and First Aid at Work qualification.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specs and programmes.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations and keep works in line with master programme.
• Maintain Health, Safety and Environmental compliance; conduct inductions, toolbox talks and RAMS reviews.
• Supervise and coordinate direct labour and subcontractors to hit milestones.
• Oversee quality control and snagging through to practical completion.
• Work with Project Manager and Commercial team to monitor costs and material deliveries.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Subcontractor management

Health and safety

Reading drawings

Communication

Job description

Canary Wharf, United Kingdom | Posted on 12/11/2026

As Site Manager, you will be the driving force on the ground, responsible for taking the project from inception through to successful handover. You will lead the site team, coordinate subcontractors, enforce strict health and safety standards, and ensure the build is delivered safely, on programme, and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring works progress in line with the master construction programme.
• Maintain the highest standards of Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance, conducting regular site inductions, toolbox talks, and RAMS reviews.
• Supervise, coordinate, and motivate direct labour and specialist subcontractors to hit key project milestones.
• Oversee quality control across all trades, conducting regular inspections and managing snagging through to practical completion.
• Work closely with the Project Manager and Commercial team to monitor costs, manage material deliveries, and resolve technical queries promptly.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a No. 1 Site Manager on [insert sector, e.g., commercial new builds / high-volume housing / refurbishment] projects.
• Valid SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certificate.
• Valid CSCS card (Black or Gold) and First Aid at Work qualification.
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and programmes.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and subcontractor management skills.
• Employer pension contribution and private healthcare package.
• Genuine opportunities for progression into Senior Site Manager or Project Manager roles.