Site Manager

True Consulting Ltd; Witney; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions firm is seeking a Site Manager in Witney to oversee mechanical installations for a significant retrofit project aimed at decarbonisation. The role requires strong management skills and a track record in the field. You will be responsible for coordinating teams, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintaining project standards. The package includes a competitive salary and multiple benefits, including professional development opportunities.

Benefits

£65,000 salary (DOE)

Car / travel allowance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Long-term pipeline of projects

Professional development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in delivering mechanical installations.
• Experience in retrofit or decarbonisation projects is essential.
• Relevant health & safety qualifications (SMSTS, CSCS) are required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate subcontractors and site teams for the project.
• Manage health & safety compliance on site.
• Oversee mechanical installations and ensure high-quality delivery.

Skills

Mechanical building services installations (HVAC, heating, pipework, controls)

Site management experience

Managing subcontractors

Knowledge of health & safety

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

True are partnering with a respected and growing principal contractor specialising in low-carbon energy solutions and retrofit projects across the UK & Ireland. With a new library decarbonisation scheme now secured, they're looking to appoint a Site Manager to oversee the full mechanical package on this flagship retrofit project.

As Site Manager, you'll be responsible for coordinating subcontractors and site teams, managing health & safety compliance, and ensuring mechanical installations are delivered to the highest quality. You'll oversee the day-to-day running of the project, working closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to deliver on programme, budget, and performance targets.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical oversight, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to drive standards on site. You'll play a key role in ensuring this high-profile public-sector retrofit meets both decarbonisation goals and operational requirements.

Site Manager Package

• £65,000 (DOE)
• Car / travel allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Long-term pipeline of energy and decarbonisation retrofit projects
• Professional development and training opportunities

We’re looking for someone with

• Strong background delivering mechanical building services installations (HVAC, heating, pipework, controls)
• Previous site management experience within retrofit or decarbonisation projects (public buildings preferred)
• Proven track record managing subcontractors and trades on site
• Excellent knowledge of health & safety, with SMSTS and CSCS qualifications
• Ability to run site operations independently while liaising with clients and project managers
• Strong organisational and communication skills

Desirable experience

• Delivery of low-carbon retrofit projects (libraries, schools, leisure centres, or similar public-sector schemes)
• Knowledge of heat pumps, district heating, or other renewable/energy efficiency technologies