Site Manager

GS3 Recruitment Glasgow; Thornliebank; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

GS3 Recruitment Glasgow is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee smart home and retrofit projects across Scotland. You will lead site teams, coordinate subcontractors and suppliers, and ensure programmes are delivered safely, on time and to a high standard.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication and organisational skills, with SMSTS and First Aid qualifications, a valid driving licence and proven delivery track record across retrofit sites.

Qualifications

• SMSTS qualification.
• First Aid at Work.
• Valid driving licence.
• Experience in site management within construction/retrofit.
• Strong knowledge of site health and safety requirements.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and site teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day running and delivery of smart home and retrofit projects.
• Lead and coordinate site operatives, installation teams and subcontractors.
• Monitor programmes and ensure works are delivered on time and to budget.
• Coordinate with senior management, project teams, procurement and suppliers.
• Ensure materials and equipment are available when required.
• Review and sign off RAMS before works commence.
• Conduct toolbox talks, site inspections and progress meetings.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and customer service.
• Provide regular progress reports to clients and management.
• Manage site personnel, including performance and attendance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Site management

Health & safety

Job description

Site Manager - Smart Homes / Retrofit

Location: Scotland - travel required

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Job Type: Permanent

About the Role

We're working with a growing business delivering smart home and whole-house retrofit projects across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced Site Manager to oversee project delivery across Scotland and occasionally further afield.

This is a hands‑on role managing site teams, subcontractors, materials and programmes while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and to a high standard.

• Manage the day‑to‑day running and delivery of smart home and retrofit projects.
• Lead and coordinate site operatives, installation teams and subcontractors.
• Monitor programmes and ensure works are delivered on time and within budget.
• Coordinate with senior management, project teams, procurement and suppliers.
• Ensure materials and equipment are available when required.
• Review and sign off RAMS before works commence.
• Conduct regular Toolbox Talks, site inspections and progress meetings.
• Maintain high standards of health & safety, quality and customer service.
• Provide regular progress reports to clients and management.
• Manage site‑based personnel, including performance, attendance and productivity.
• Liaise directly with customers to resolve issues on site.
• Keep site documentation, training records and management systems up to date.
• Stay current with relevant legislation, regulations and industry standards.
• Apply knowledge of PAS 2030 and PAS 2035 and whole‑house retrofit requirements.
• Identify and resolve problems effectively, providing clear direction to site teams.
• Drive continuous improvement across site operations.

About You

We're looking for an experienced Site Manager with strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

You should have:

• SMSTS
• FIRST AID
• Valid Driving Licence
• Previous site management experience within construction, installation, retrofit or a related sector.
• Strong knowledge of site health & safety requirements.
• Experience managing subcontractors and site team