Site Manager - Temporary Works Supervisor

Eden Brown; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction firm is seeking an experienced Site Manager with a Temporary Works Supervisor ticket to lead the refurbishment of truck depots in the South of England. The successful candidate will manage on-site operations, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure safety compliance. This role offers growth opportunities within a supportive employer that values training and development.

Benefits

Solid training and development opportunities

Positive team environment

Qualifications

• Temporary Works Supervisor ticket required.
• Driving license is essential.
• Comfortable with nationwide travel and staying away from home.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-site operations for refurbishment and fit-out works.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and trades.
• Implement safety practices and manage Temporary Works requirements.
• Liaise with clients and provide progress updates.
• Monitor and control on-site costs and productivity.
• Lead toolbox talks and attend project meetings.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive problem-solving

Job description

Overview

We have been selected as a Recruitment partner for a fit-out and refurbishment contractor based south of London. They are seeking a Site Manager with a Temporary Works Supervisor ticket due to recent project wins. They recently secured a Highways England contract to oversee the refurbishment and fit out of truck depots across the south of England. The role involves leading on-site operations, coordinating trades, ensuring safety, and delivering projects on time and to the required quality. The position offers strong long-term prospects within a growing business that values training and development.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-site operations for refurbishment and fit-out works, including truck depots, offices, and general refurbishments.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and internal trades to ensure quality workmanship, programme adherence, and on-time delivery.
• Implement and monitor safety practices in line with company policies and relevant legislation; manage Temporary Works (supervisor level) requirements.
• Liais e with clients and stakeholders to meet project requirements, resolve issues, and provide progress updates.
• Review site logistics, material deliveries, temporary works, access, and plant/machinery usage.
• Monitor and control on-site costs, waste, rework, and productivity; report variances and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of project drawings and specifications; ensure accurate as-built records.
• Lead toolbox talks, attend project meetings, and foster a positive, collaborative on-site environment.
• Ensure high standards of quality and adherence to design intent.
• Support training and development of site personnel; mentor junior staff where applicable.

Experience & Qualifications

• Temporary Works Supervisor ticket required (confirm level as appropriate).
• Driving license is essential.
• Travel: Comfortable with nationwide travel; prepared to stay away from home as required; digs and expenses paid where necessary.
• Other: Strong communication and organisational skills; ability to manage multiple trades and interfaces; proactive problem-solving.

About the Company

Supportive employer with solid training and people development. Positive team environment and strong long-term prospects for the right person. Growing business with an excellent order book and opportunities across the south of England and beyond.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.