Site Manager – Major Security Infrastructure Project, Devon

Site Manager

Location:

Devon
Contract Type:
Contract (Ltd Company or CIS)
Duration:
Immediate Start until December 2026
Rate: £350-£400 per day
Working Pattern:
Full-Time, Site-Based

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee the delivery of specialist security infrastructure works on a major project in Devon.

This position is with a well-established specialist contractor operating within secure and high‑profile environments. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the overall site management of the project, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with programme requirements.

This role is focused on site leadership, compliance, stakeholder management, and project coordination rather than direct supervision of operatives. Dedicated supervisors will manage the day‑to‑day workforce, while the Site Manager will oversee project documentation, health & safety compliance, progress reporting, quality assurance, and client liaison.

• Overall site management of a specialist security infrastructure package.
• Maintain and manage all Health & Safety documentation and project records.
• Ensure site documentation remains accurate, compliant, and up to date.
• Attend and contribute to Health & Safety, progress, planning, and coordination meetings.
• Act as the primary point of contact between the client, project stakeholders, and delivery teams.
• Monitor project milestones and ensure works remain on programme.
• Coordinate with site supervisors and subcontractors to support successful project delivery.
• Ensure RAMS, permits, inspections, audits, and site records are properly managed.
• Conduct regular site inspections and compliance audits.
• Manage quality assurance processes and project handover documentation.
• Identify project risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
• Ensure full compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and security requirements.

• Previous experience as a Site Manager within construction, infrastructure, civil engineering, utilities, security installations, or related sectors.
• Gold CSCS Card (minimum requirement).
• Ability to obtain and maintain BPSS Security Clearance.
• Strong knowledge of construction health & safety legislation and best practice.
• Experience maintaining project documentation and Health & Safety files.
• Proven experience attending and contributing to client and contractor progress meetings.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

• SMSTS.
• First Aid at Work.
• Experience delivering fencing, perimeter security, or security infrastructure projects.
• Experience working within secure environments such as prisons, MOD facilities, utilities, infrastructure, nuclear, rail, or government sites.
• Experience working with Tier 1 contractors.
• NEBOSH or IOSH qualifications advantageous.

• Location:
  
  Devon
• Start Date:
  
  Immediate
• Duration:
  Until December 2026
• Rate: £350-£400 per day
• Payment Method:
  Ltd Company or CIS
• Working Arrangement:
  Site-Based
• Security Requirement:
  Must be eligible for BPSS clearance

Salary: £350/day

Job Type: Contract

Location: Newton Abbot, Devon