Site Manager; Refurb

Location:
Stoke-on-Trent
Start: 23rd February 2026
Rate: £250-£300 per day (Outside IR35 / Ltd Company)
Duration: 6 Months
Sector:
Multi Use Training & Leisure Complex Refurbishment

The Opportunity
We're recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to support the delivery of a full internal refurbishment on a large, multi use training and leisure complex in Stoke-on-Trent. You'll be reporting directly into a Contracts Manager for a well established regional contractor known for delivering commercial refurbishments, interiors, and fast track improvement schemes across the Midlands.

This project involves a complete refresh of an existing high spec facility, bringing it up to modern standards and enhancing its performance, usability, and longevity.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage day to day site operations and oversee all internal refurbishment activities.
• Work closely with the Contracts Manager to ensure programme, quality, and H&S compliance.
• Coordinate subcontractors, deliveries, material movement, and site logistics.
• Drive progress across multiple work packages and ensure works are completed to spec.
• Maintain diligent site documentation, reporting, inductions, permits, and RAMS compliance.
• Liaise with stakeholders and maintain smooth communication throughout the project.

• New and upgraded suspended ceilings, grid systems, and acoustic treatments.
• Installation and reconfiguration of partition walls, stud systems, and room layouts.
• M&E upgrades including lighting improvements, HVAC enhancements, small power alterations, and controls integration.
• Refresh of flooring, decorations, and improved finishes throughout high traffic areas.
• Refurbishment of changing areas, office spaces, welfare rooms, and specialist activity zones.
• Compliance-driven improvements to fire stopping, accessibility, and building regulations.
• Coordination of phased works to minimise disruption to ongoing operational use of facilities.

• Valid CSCS Card
• SMSTS
• First Aid certification
• 5+ years' experience as a Site Manager (or above), independently running refurbishment projects
• Strong background managing internal works packages, multiple trades, and staged programmes

• £250-£300 per day (DOE)
• Outside IR35 / Ltd Company payments available
• Opportunity for repeat work or permanent employment with a respected Midlands contractor
• Long-term pipeline of commercial and refurbishment projects across the region