Site Manager

Building Careers UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Company vehicle or travel expenses

Income protection

Health cash plan

Life assurance

Professional development and training

Career progression opportunities

Supportive and collaborative working环境

Job summary

Building Careers UK is recruiting a Site Manager for commercial office fit-out projects in London and the South East. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will oversee day-to-day site activity, coordinate subcontractors and trades, and ensure works are delivered on time, to budget and to high safety and quality standards.

With a background in CAT A/B fit-out and live/occupied environments, you will drive programmes, monitor progress, and lead a professional, collaborative site team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within the commercial office fit-out sector.
• Experience delivering CAT A and/or CAT B office fit-out projects.
• Experience managing subcontractors and multiple trades on site.
• Strong understanding of construction programmes and sequencing.
• Experience working within live or occupied environments.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety requirements and site procedures.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage site activities effectively and meet deadlines.
• SMSTS – essential.
• CSCS Black Card – essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of commercial office fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades and site-based teams to ensure works are delivered efficiently.
• Ensure construction activities are delivered in accordance with the project programme.
• Monitor progress on site and identify potential delays or issues at an early stage.
• Coordinate site logistics, deliveries, materials and labour requirements.
• Liaise closely with the Project Manager, client, consultants and subcontractors.
• Attend and contribute to site and project meetings.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractor activities to ensure works are completed to the required standards.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety across the site.
• Ensure works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and quality requirements.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure defects are identified and rectified promptly.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, commissioning and snagging activities.
• Assist with the management of project variations and site instructions.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily reports, progress updates and relevant documentation.
• Manage the site through to practical completion and handover.
• Promote a professional, safe and collaborative working environment.

Skills

CAT A/CAT B fit-out delivery

Subcontractor management

Site coordination

Health & safety knowledge

Programme & sequencing

Live/occupied environment

SMSTS

CSCS Black Card

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Site Manager - Commercial Office Fit-Out

Location: London & South East

Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum + Benefits

Our client is a well-established design and build contractor specialising in the delivery of high-quality commercial office fit-out and refurbishment projects across London and the South East.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to join their delivery team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Manager with a strong background in commercial office fit-out, looking to join an established contractor with a strong reputation, repeat client base and a growing portfolio of projects.

The Role

Reporting to the Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of commercial office fit-out and refurbishment projects on site.

You will be responsible for coordinating subcontractors and trades, managing site activities, maintaining high standards of Health & Safety and quality, and ensuring works are delivered in line with the agreed programme.

You will work closely with the Project Manager, client, consultants, subcontractors and wider project team to ensure the successful delivery of each project from mobilisation through to completion and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of commercial office fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades and site-based teams to ensure works are delivered efficiently.
• Ensure construction activities are delivered in accordance with the project programme.
• Monitor progress on site and identify potential delays or issues at an early stage.
• Coordinate site logistics, deliveries, materials and labour requirements.
• Liaise closely with the Project Manager, client, consultants and subcontractors.
• Attend and contribute to site and project meetings.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractor activities to ensure works are completed to the required standards.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety across the site.
• Ensure works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and quality requirements.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure defects are identified and rectified promptly.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, commissioning and snagging activities.
• Assist with the management of project variations and site instructions.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily reports, progress updates and relevant documentation.
• Manage the site through to practical completion and handover.
• Promote a professional, safe and collaborative working environment.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within the commercial office fit-out sector.
• Strong experience delivering CAT A and/or CAT B office fit-out projects.
• Experience managing subcontractors and multiple trades on site.
• Strong understanding of construction programmes and sequencing.
• Experience working within live or occupied environments.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety requirements and site procedures.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage site activities effectively and work to tight deadlines.
• SMSTS - essential.
• CSCS Black Card - essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Experience working for a design and build contractor.
• Experience delivering projects within London and the wider South East.
• First Aid qualification.
• Strong understanding of commercial office finishes, M&E coordination and detailed fit-out works.
• Experience working on projects from mobilisation through to practical completion and handover.

Package

• Circa £50,000 basic salary.
• Tax-free annual bonus through an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT).
• Car allowance, company vehicle or travel expenses.
• Income Protection scheme.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Life Assurance.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.