Site Manager - Labs & Science

Henley Chase; Oxford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Henley Chase is seeking a Site Manager to lead commercial fit-out projects from our Oxford office, with work across Oxford and the surrounding area. The role suits an ambitious Site Manager or an experienced Assistant Site Manager stepping up, based from the Oxford office while overseeing local projects.

You will manage day-to-day site activities, ensure safety, quality and programme delivery, and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Experience working for a main contractor
• Strong client-facing and communication skills
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certifications preferred
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Managing fit-out projects from site set-up through to completion
• Coordinating subcontractors and site labour
• Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained at all times
• Managing project programmes and site progress
• Conducting site meetings and liaising directly with clients
• Ensuring quality standards are achieved
• Reporting project progress to senior management
• Working closely with the commercial and project delivery teams

Skills

Client facing

Communication

Leadership

Job description

Site Manager

Oxford Permanent Office & Site-Based ASAP Start

We are currently recruiting for a Site Manager to join a growing main contractor delivering high-quality commercial fit-out projects across Oxford and the surrounding area.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Site Manager or an experienced Assistant Site Manager ready to step up into a Site Manager position. You'll be based from the company's Oxford office while managing projects throughout the local area.

The Role

You will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of fit-out projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The role requires someone who is confident dealing directly with clients and maintaining strong relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing fit-out projects from site set-up through to completion
• Coordinating subcontractors and site labour
• Ensuring health & safety standards are maintained at all times
• Managing project programmes and site progress
• Conducting site meetings and liaising directly with clients
• Ensuring quality standards are achieved
• Reporting project progress to senior management
• Working closely with the commercial and project delivery teams

Requirements

• Experience working for a main contractor
• Background in commercial fit-out projects
• Previous experience as a Site Manager or an Assistant Site Manager looking to progress
• Strong client-facing and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and site activities
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certifications preferred
• Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Permanent position with an established main contractor
• Oxford office with projects based locally
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Immediate/ASAP start available

If you're looking to develop your career with a respected main contractor delivering exciting fit-out projects, we'd love to hear from you.