Site Manager (FM Projects)

Mitie Group plc.; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diverse FM projects

Supportive PM team

Career development

Safety culture

Benefits & wellbeing

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking a Site Manager to join our Facilities Management Projects team, delivering work at BAE Systems' Samlesbury and Warton sites.

You will oversee external contractors, implement CDM controls and support the project management team to deliver safely, efficiently and to a high standard. The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication and the ability to manage multiple projects and contractors in a fast-paced environment while ensuring compliance with health and

Qualifications

• Experience leading site teams in construction or facilities management.
• SMSTS certification is essential.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and health and safety legislation.
• Experience reviewing RAMS and managing Permit to Work systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily activities of external contractors, ensuring work aligns with project plans and site requirements.
• Manage contractor activities with health and safety and CDM processes, reviewing RAMS.
• Prepare and implement Construction Phase Plans (CPPs) and manage permits for high-risk activities.
• Act as Authorised Person for Permit to Work systems.
• Carry out site inspections and safety tours to identify hazards and drive safety culture.
• Coordinate with Mitie PM team, contractors and stakeholders to support delivery.
• Monitor progress, maintain records and ensure documentation compliance.
• Inspect completed works for quality and client satisfaction.
• Support contractor performance management and issue resolution.
• Contribute to on-time project completion with minimal disruption.

Skills

Site Management

Health & Safety

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Contractor Management

CDM Regulations

RAMS Review

Permits to Work

Project Tools

Temporary Works Coord

Tools

PM Software

Job description

ROLE: Site Manager (FM Projects)
HOURS: Full-Time
LOCATION: BAE Systems, Samlesbury & Warton

At Mitie, our people are our greatest strength, and our promise is to create a place to work where you can thrive and be your best every day. We're looking for a Site Manager to join our Facilities Management Projects team, supporting the successful delivery of projects across BAE Systems' sites in Samlesbury and Warton. This is a fast-paced role where you'll be responsible for managing external contractors, ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation, and supporting the embedded Mitie Project Management team to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Role Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily activities of external contractors, ensuring work is completed in line with project plans, inductions, schedules and site requirements.
• Manage contractor activities through robust health and safety and CDM processes, including reviewing and approving RAMS to ensure they are suitable and sufficient.
• Prepare, maintain and implement Construction Phase Plans (CPPs) and ensure works are properly planned, authorised and controlled.
• Act as an Authorised Person for Permit to Work systems, managing, approving and signing off permits for high-risk activities.
• Carry out regular site inspections, safety tours and observations to identify hazards, maintain compliance and drive a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate closely with the Mitie Project Management team, contractors and key stakeholders to support project delivery and resolve issues promptly.
• Monitor project progress, maintain accurate records and ensure all project documentation is managed in accordance with company requirements.
• Inspect completed works to ensure compliance with specifications, quality standards and customer expectations.
• Support contractor performance management, providing guidance, addressing issues and ensuring contractual obligations are met.
• Contribute towards the successful completion of projects within agreed timescales while minimising disruption to operations.

Required Qualifications

Applicants must meet the below defined requirements for the role.

• Proven experience as a Site Manager or in a similar position within construction, facilities management or project management environments.
• Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) certification is essential.
• Strong knowledge of CDM regulations, construction processes and health and safety legislation.
• Experience reviewing RAMS, managing Permit to Work systems and overseeing contractor activities.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and contractors simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in the use of project management systems, software and reporting tools.
• Temporary Works Co-ordinator qualification would be advantageous.

What's in it for you?

• Opportunity to work on a diverse range of Facilities Management projects across a high-profile customer estate.
• Be part of a supportive and experienced Mitie Project Management team delivering critical infrastructure projects.
• Career development opportunities within one of the UK's leading facilities management organisations.
• Work in a dynamic environment where safety, quality and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.
• Access to Mitie's employee benefits, wellbeing support and learning opportunities.