Site Manager

Our client is one of the leading Building and Civil Engineering Contractors operating throughout the UK and Ireland.

They are now seeking to recruit a Site Manager to join the team, focusing on fit out and minor building work projects.

• Commercial
  • Have an understanding of the type of building contract, and the key project stakeholders e.g. client, client's representatives, design team etc.
  • Have a full understanding of the scope of works for each sub-contractor package, and have access to a paper copy of each sub contract order.
  • Liaise with the PM and PQS on works not deemed to be included within the scope of works for the project.
• Operational
  • Issue permits for various work activities, and close out accordingly.
  • Have the ability to undertake material/equipment orders, and liaise with the project quantity surveyor.
  • Provisions/diversion/upgrade/protection works, and be able to manage the process via meetings/dialogue etc. with the relevant utility companies.
  • Make any necessary applications for permits to the Highways Authority for road openings, location of skips and/or welfare facilities.
  • Make any necessary applications to utility companies for temporary building water, drainage discharge and electricity connections to welfare facilities.
  • Have an understanding of any off-site Highways works, and be able to manage the process via meetings/dialogue etc. with relevant parties.
• Quality
  • Raise NCR's for works undertaken that are of poor quality.
  • Ensure that sub-contractors compile and issue inspection and test plans (ITP's) for various works packages, and that these are checked and closed out accordingly.
  • Compile snagging lists and manage the process for closing out.
• Health & Safety
  • Understand their duties and responsibilities with regards to current Health and Safety/CDM legislation, and the responsibilities of other parties, and ensure compliance on each project.
  • Undertake the role of temporary works coordinator (where applicable).
  • Ensure labour only sub-contractors have been properly assessed for the tasks they are undertaken and that method statements and risk assessments are in place for them.

• A relevant professional qualification
• A proven track record of success in safe delivery of high-quality medium to large scale projects to budget and programme including managing and controlling subcontractors in line with the programme, safety and environmental legislation.
• Commercial, retail, healthcare, education, refurbishment and/or new build experience
• CSCS/CSR card
• SMSTS qualified
• Experience of temporary works procedures
• Ability to operate within a team environment
• Ability to produce short term programmes
• Someone who is flexible and prepared to travel to all parts of the UK and Ireland to support business requirements.
• First Aid at Work (desirable but not essential)