Job Description
Maintaining live retail and public sector environments requires a Site Manager who can balance quality, safety, programme delivery and client relationships. This role is ideal for an experienced construction professional who thrives in a fast-paced maintenance and refurbishment environment.
Site Manager
Location: South East London
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Company Vehicle/Allowance + Benefits
About the Role
Our client is-seeking an experienced and motivated Site Manager to oversee maintenance, refurbishment and planned works projects across a portfolio of retail and public sector properties throughout South East London and the surrounding areas.
Reporting to the Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Projects will include planned maintenance, reactive works, refurbishments, fit-outs and lifecycle replacement works in occupied environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and supervise multiple maintenance and refurbishment projects.
- Coordinate subcontractors, direct labour and suppliers on site.
- Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with Health & Safety regulations and company procedures.
- Prepare and maintain site documentation, including RAMS, permits and progress reports.
- Monitor project programmes and identify opportunities to improve delivery performance.
- Ensure quality standards are achieved and defects are addressed promptly.
- Liaise effectively with clients, tenants, local authorities and other stakeholders.
- Conduct regular site inspections and toolbox talks.
- Manage materials, plant and labour resources efficiently.
- Support commercial teams with variations, progress updates and project reporting.
- Maintain a professional company image and build strong client relationships.
Candidate Requirements
Essential
- Proven experience as a Site Manager within maintenance, refurbishment or construction projects.
- Experience working on retail, public sector, local authority, education, healthcare or commercial properties.
- Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and site compliance requirements.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and live operational environments.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Valid SMSTS qualification.
- CSCS Managers Card.
- First Aid at Work certificate.
What They-Offer
- Competitive salary package.
- Company vehicle or car allowance.
- Pension scheme.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Supportive and growing business with a strong order book.
- Opportunity to work on diverse and high-profile retail and public sector contracts.