Site Manager – Plymouth

GirlingJones; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Freelance Site Manager for a £20m new build public sector project in Plymouth. The role involves overseeing internal trade packages and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates must have experience in similar projects and hold relevant qualifications, including SMSTS and a CSCS card. The contract is expected to last 6 months, offering a rate of £300–£350 per day.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of overseeing internal trade packages and finishes.
• Experience in completing projects on time and on budget.
• SMSTS and CSCS card required.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Construction Phase Plan and complete necessary documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety management plan.
• Manage direct and subcontract labour.

Skills

Project management

Health and safety compliance

IT proficiency

Self-motivation

Job description

Overview

Freelance Site Manager, Plymouth

Rate: £300 – £350 a day PAYE via the agency

Duration: 6 months plus

Role

An exciting freelance Site Manager opportunity working for a well-respected, top tier main contractor on a £20m new build public sector building in Plymouth. The role will involve taking the internal trades through to finishes and handover of the scheme, working with an established site team and reporting into a project lead.

Duties

• Follow the Construction Phase Plan (Project Management Plan), including all site procedures and practices and completing records and documentation.
• Ensuring compliance with the health and safety Management Plan
• Ensuring construction environmental procedures are implemented on site.
• Keeping a site diary including records of subcontractor attendance and progress.
• Ensuring that appropriate quality records are being produced and monitored to verify that the works are being completed in accordance with the specified requirements
• Managing direct and subcontract labour and the keeping of records and allocation sheets.
• Advising on buildability issues as required.
• Setting up and monitor handover schedules, keys, spares and completion documentation.

Candidate

Candidate will need to have worked on similar size construction projects for recognised main contractors as well as have the following experience:

• A proven track record of overseeing internal trade packages and finishes.
• A proven track record of supporting the construction and completion of similar projects on time and on budget.
• Confident in the use of IT packages and systems
• Self-motivation

Additional requirements

• SMSTS
• CSCS Card (Manager card required)
• First Aid at Work
• Knowledge of Building Regulations and The Building Safety Act