We are recruiting an experienced Site Manager to join an established specialist contractor delivering retail and commercial interior fit-out projects nationwide.
This role would particularly suit someone who has come through a joinery, shopfitting or interiors background and understands the pace, pressure and attention to detail required to successfully deliver fast-track fit-out projects.
These aren't long-duration construction projects.
Typical programmes are around 8–12 weeks, with some significantly quicker turnaround projects, so we're looking for somebody who can take control of a site, manage multiple trades, drive the programme and get projects over the line.
The Role
As Site Manager, you will take day-to-day responsibility for the successful delivery of interior fit-out projects across the UK.
You'll be responsible for:
* Managing projects on site from commencement through to handover
* Coordinating subcontractors, trades and suppliers
* Driving demanding fast-track programmes
* Managing site logistics and sequencing of works
* Maintaining excellent standards of workmanship and finish
* Managing health & safety and site compliance
* Holding site meetings and communicating progress
* Liaising with Project Managers, Contracts Managers, clients and the commercial team
* Monitoring programme, quality and productivity
* Managing snagging and ensuring successful project handover
* Identifying potential problems early and finding practical solutions
* Maintaining accurate site records and reporting
* Representing the business professionally in front of clients
Projects will predominantly involve retail and commercial fit-out, with packages potentially incorporating bespoke joinery, partitions, ceilings, flooring, decoration, M&E and associated finishing trades.
What We're Looking For
We're particularly interested in Site Managers who understand fit-out rather than traditional new-build construction.
Ideally you'll have:
* Previous Site Management experience within interior fit-out or shopfitting
* A background in joinery, carpentry or shopfitting would be a distinct advantage
* The ability to coordinate multiple subcontract trades
* Excellent organisational and communication skills
* A strong eye for quality and finishing
* The confidence to deal directly with clients and professional teams
* Appropriate Site Management / Health & Safety qualifications
* A full clean UK driving licence
Most importantly, you must be comfortable with the nature of nationwide fit-out.
Projects are located throughout the UK, and the successful Site Manager must therefore be prepared to travel and stay away from home when projects require it.
The Opportunity
This is a great opportunity to join a specialist contractor with an established pipeline of interior projects and a reputation for delivering high-quality work in demanding environments.
If you enjoy the pace of fit-out, like taking ownership of your projects and get satisfaction from turning an empty shell into a completed retail or commercial environment in a matter of weeks, this could be an excellent move.
Nationwide travel and staying away will form part of the role.
Interested?
Apply with your CV or contact me directly for a confidential discussion