Site Manager
Our client a Surrey based building contractor has been established for 30 years and is growing fast carrying out refurbishment projects ranging from £100k to £3m in and around London.
They focus on high quality projects with an uncompromising attitude to their work.
Currently they have an opening for a Site Manager due to several new projects in central London and Surrey.
About the Role
To undertake the day to day management of construction activities of designated projects to maximise the company’s profitability and client satisfaction whilst ensuring Programme, Health and Safety, Security and Quality Control are upheld to the highest of standards
Trade Background
Our client is particularly keen to attract Site Managers who have progressed from a recognised trade background (for example carpentry, joinery, or similar).
They believe a strong trade foundation brings a practical understanding of build sequence, quality control, and the realities of delivering complex refurbishment projects on site.
Candidates with hands-on experience who have moved into site management are therefore strongly encouraged to apply.
Any candidate should have as a minimum:
* Minimum 10 years’ experience in construction.
* Minimum 5 years as a Site Manager in projects over £(phone number removed).
* SSSTS or SMSTS (preferred) / CSCS / First Aid.
* Sound working knowledge of health & safety requirements and practices.
Main Responsibilities & Duties may Include (Depending on experience):
* To assist the Project Manager with pre-start details
* Maintenance of company driven Health & Safety procedures / initiatives, including:
* Site Inductions talks Management of Method Statements/Risk Assessments Site housekeeping / Toolbox Scaffold/Lifting equipment & plant inspections Leadership of the site team segregation etc. waste management, managing skips, waste
* Management of fire risk assessments and fire protection.
* Material management, ordering, stock checks, including deliveries and temporary protection.
* Liaison with the client, consultants, contract administrator, head office etc.Co-ordinate the Sub-Contractors as appropriate.
* Preparation of site progress photos & reports.
* To be responsible for the accurate / timely completion of site-based documentation & site diary.
* Attendance at project and company related meetings.
* Preparation of the Health and Safety file.
* Carry our work inspections and checks.
It is likely that you will have the following skills and experience:
* Previous Site management experience within private residential sector.
* Up to date relevant knowledge of building legislation.
* Up to date relevant knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Excellent IT skills, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook & SharePoint.
Job Type:
* Full-time, Permanent (preferably) or Freelance.
* Ability to Reliably Commute – London.
* Driving Licence (required).
* Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Hours of Work:
* Monday to Friday – 8:00am-5:30pm. Pension (If permanent role):
* You will be automatically enrolled into the Government NEST scheme.
* Holiday Entitlement:
* Promotion potential: grow your career with the company as it expands.
* Salary is negotiable and dependent on experience / what you can bring to the company