Site Manager

Site Manager – Interiors Fire Safety

Location:

Glasgow

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Permanent
About Us
Bell Building Projects (BBP) has been a trusted name in the construction industry for over 40 years, delivering high-quality refurbishment, compliance, and specialist construction projects across the UK. With a strong reputation for excellence and a secured pipeline of work through Q3 2027, including over £300m of tendered projects, this is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business at a key stage of its development.

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to join our Interiors Fire Safety division. This is a full-time, permanent position based on live projects throughout the Central Belt. Reporting to the Regional Manager, you will take full responsibility for the successful delivery of fire safety and compliance works, ensuring projects are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Projects may include passive fire protection, fire stopping, compartmentation surveys and remedial works, fire door installations and upgrades, internal refurbishment works, and compliance-led projects within occupied residential, commercial, healthcare, education, and public sector environments.

Key Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring all works are carried out safely and in compliance with company procedures and statutory regulations.
Lead and coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and specialist fire safety contractors to achieve programme and quality targets.
Ensure all passive fire protection works, fire stopping installations, and fire door works are completed in accordance with relevant standards, manufacturer specifications, and project requirements.
Maintain strict compliance with Health & Safety legislation, CDM regulations, and company policies.
Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and quality checks to ensure workmanship meets required standards and third-party accreditation requirements.
Manage project programmes, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to maintain delivery milestones.
Liaise with clients, consultants, residents, and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication throughout project delivery.
Coordinate site logistics, material procurement, and labour resources to maximise efficiency and minimise waste.
Review and manage subcontractor performance, quality of works, and progress against programme.
Oversee snagging, defects management, and project close-out activities to ensure timely completion.
Maintain accurate site records, including daily diaries, quality assurance documentation, inspection records, permits, and photographic evidence.
Support the preparation and completion of handover documentation, including Operation & Maintenance manuals, fire safety records, and compliance certification.
Monitor project costs and resource utilisation, identifying opportunities for efficiencies and cost savings.
Attend and contribute to progress meetings, producing accurate updates on programme, quality, safety, and commercial performance
Undertake any additional duties required to support successful project delivery and business objectives.
Who We're Looking For
Essential
 
* Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering fire safety, passive fire protection, fire stopping, compartmentation, or specialist interiors projects.
 
* Experience managing works within occupied buildings and live environments.
 
* Strong understanding of fire safety regulations, compliance requirements, and quality assurance processes.
 
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
 
* Ability to coordinate multiple trades and subcontractors to achieve programme objectives.
 
* SMSTS Certification.
 
* CSCS Managers Card.
 
* First Aid at Work Certification.
 
* Full UK Driving Licence.
 
* Ability to provide two recent professional references.
Desirable
 
* Experience working on social housing, healthcare, education, local authority, or commercial compliance projects.
 
* Knowledge of FIRAS, BM TRADA, IFC, or equivalent third-party accredited fire protection systems.
 
* Temporary Works or Scaffold Inspection certification.
 
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