Site Manager

Danny Sullivan Group; Winchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction group is seeking a Site Manager for university fit-out projects in Hampshire. The role involves comprehensive project management, ensuring compliance and quality while working in university environments. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in fit-out projects, hold necessary certifications, and excel in communication and logistical planning.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing fit-out/refurb projects in the education sector.
• SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), and First Aid certification required.
• Strong understanding of project programming and sequencing.

Responsibilities

• Lead toolbox talks, site inductions, and daily briefings.
• Coordinate subcontractors and manage health & safety on site.
• Attend site meetings and record progress via daily logs.

Skills

Project Management

M&E Coordination

Logistics Planning

Health & Safety Awareness

Education

Degree/HNC in Construction Management

Job description

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Job Title: Site Manager - University Fit-Out Projects Location: Hampshire
Sector: Education | Commercial Interiors | Fit-Out
Contract Type: Permanent / Freelance (depending on client preference)
Salary: £270 - £350
Key Responsibilities Project Management

• Lead toolbox talks, site inductions, and daily briefings. No waffle. All action.
• Prepare, implement, and maintain short-term and master programmes using MS Project or Asta.
• Coordinate subcontractors and direct labour-everyone knows where to be and what to do.
• Proactively manage health & safety on site, with RAMS, site inspections, and zero-tolerance on sloppy PPE etiquette.

Commercial & Contractual Awareness

• Work closely with the Quantity Surveyor and Commercial team to flag variations, value engineering opportunities, and keep that margin healthy.
• Attend and chair site meetings with clients, PMs, consultants, and internal teams.
• Record all site progress, issues, and changes via daily logs and weekly reporting.
• Ensure snagging, QA inspections, and handover packs are not just completed-but immaculate.

Stakeholder & Client Management

• Build a positive, professional working relationship with university facilities teams and external consultants.
• Plan and communicate any works that may affect student experience-night works, noise barriers, etc.
• Be the calm in a storm during challenging or reactive situations (e.g. surprise asbestos finds, academic exams in adjacent buildings).

Key Skills & Experience Must-Haves:

• Proven experience managing fit-out/refurb projects within the education sector (university environment preferred).
• SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), and First Aid - non-negotiable.
• Strong understanding of M&E coordination during fit-outs.
• Excellent programming, sequencing, and logistics planning skills.
• Familiarity with working in live environments and listed buildings.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience managing summer works, term-restricted refurbishments, or science block refits.
• Asbestos Awareness & Fire Marshal training.
• Degree/HNC in Construction Management or related discipline

Personality Traits We Love

• Composed, collaborative, and communicative.
• Detail-obsessed but knows when to be pragmatic.
• Can motivate subcontractors with a look, a word, or just the smell of coffee.
• Comfortable managing multiple trades and stakeholders while smiling through chaos.