Site Manager – Large-Scale Fit-Out & M&E Projects

OCS; North East, Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Glassdoor award

OCS Academy

Wagestream pay access

Hapi discounts

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking two experienced Site Managers to oversee fit-out and building fabric upgrade projects across the North East and North West. You will manage day-to-day construction activities, coordinating multiple trades to ensure works meet specification, programme and budget.

You will collaborate with a Project Manager, client and design teams, coordinating safety, quality records, snagging and handovers. SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid are desirable if already held.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing construction and commercial fit-out projects as a Site Manager or Construction Manager.
• Experience coordinating building fabric works and M&E installations across multiple subcontractors.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing, technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience delivering works within existing or occupied buildings while managing interfaces with ongoing activities.
• Good working knowledge of health and safety requirements and CDM regulations.
• Experience managing programmes, quality inspections, snagging and handover.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• A relevant construction qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• SMSTS, CSCS card and a current First Aid at Work qualification.

Responsibilities

• Manage site delivery from mobilisation through to testing, commissioning and handover.
• Coordinate subcontractors, labour, materials and equipment against the agreed programme.
• Oversee fit-out and building fabric works, including partitions, ceilings, floors, windows and doors.
• Coordinate mechanical installations (HVAC, controls, BMS, water services).
• Coordinate electrical installations (power distribution, lighting, alarms, containment).
• Manage interfaces with cabling, AV installations and security systems.
• Review drawings, identify clashes and resolve site queries with project/design teams.
• Review risk assessments and permit to work; monitor site safety compliance.
• Inspect workmanship and maintain quality records; manage snagging through to completion.
• Monitor progress, report risks and delays; coordinate corrective actions.
• Record changes and support the Project Manager with variations and cost control.
• Coordinate testing and commissioning; ensure handover documentation and as-built info.

Skills

Site management

M&E coordination

Construction sequencing

Occupied buildings experience

Health & safety

Programme management

Communication

Problem solving

CSCS card

Education

Construction qualification

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking two experienced Site Managers to oversee fit-out and building fabric upgrade projects across the North East and North West. You will manage day-to-day construction activities, coordinating multiple trades to ensure works meet specification, programme and budget.

You will collaborate with a Project Manager, client and design teams, coordinating safety, quality records, snagging and handovers. SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid are desirable if already held.