Site Manager

Clarkson Owens Recruitment; Lochgilphead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Job summary

Clarkson Owens Recruitment is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead a roofing/refurbishment project in Lochgilphead. You will be responsible for day-to-day site operations, coordinating subcontractors and trades, and ensuring safety, quality and programme adherence on a 5 Weeks+ contract.

The role requires construction site management experience, a strong grasp of drawings/specs, and valid UK driving licence, with SMSTS/SSSTS and CSCS preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager in construction.
• Experience in roofing or external refurbishment is advantageous.
• Strong ability to manage subcontractors and trades.
• Good knowledge of construction sequencing and site logistics.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specs.
• Valid UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site operations safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour, trades and suppliers.
• Monitor progress against the construction programme.
• Ensure works meet drawings, specs and quality standards.
• Maintain health & safety and enforce procedures.
• Conduct inductions, toolbox talks and site briefings.
• Coordinate materials, deliveries, access and logistics.
• Maintain site records, diaries and progress information.
• Liaise with Project/Contracts Manager and stakeholders.
• Identify delays or defects and address promptly.
• Manage quality control, snagging and project close-out.
• Keep site professional and compliant throughout.

Skills

Site management

Health & safety

Reading drawings

Education

CSCS

SMSTS/SSSTS

First Aid

Job description

SITE MANAGER - ROOFING / REFURBISHMENT

Location: Lochgilphead

Duration: 5 Weeks+

Accommodation Provided

An established specialist contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to take responsibility for the day-to-day delivery of a roofing/refurbishment project in Lochgilphead.

The successful candidate will manage site operations, subcontractors and trades, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, to programme and to a high standard of quality. This role would suit a hands‑on Site Manager with experience in roofing, external refurbishment or related construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Take day‑to‑day responsibility for the safe and efficient running of the site.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, direct labour, specialist trades and suppliers.
• Monitor works against the agreed construction programme and maintain project progress.
• Ensure roofing and associated refurbishment works comply with drawings, specifications and quality requirements.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety and ensure site procedures are followed.
• Carry out inductions, toolbox talks and site briefings as required.
• Coordinate materials, deliveries, access and site logistics.
• Maintain accurate site records, diaries and progress information.
• Liaise professionally with the Project/Contracts Manager, client, consultants and other stakeholders.
• Identify potential delays, defects or construction issues and ensure these are addressed promptly.
• Manage quality control, snagging, remedial works and project close‑out.
• Ensure the site remains organised, professional and compliant throughout the project.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within construction.
• Experience in roofing, external refurbishment, building envelope or similar projects is highly advantageous.
• Strong ability to manage subcontractors and multiple trades.
• Good knowledge of construction sequencing, site logistics and quality control.
• Strong understanding of current health & safety requirements.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• SMSTS or SSSTS and CSCS.
• First Aid certification is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join an established specialist contractor with a strong pipeline of work