Site manager

Rotate Recruitment is working with an established construction contractor delivering new-build, refurbishment, extension and fit-out projects across the education, industrial, commercial and wider built environment sectors.

The business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects, with a hands‑on, collaborative approach and a focus on client relationships, quality and health and safety.

Due to its upcoming project workload, the contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to oversee projects across Kent. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in construction site management, particularly those with experience delivering steel-framed buildings
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A significant proportion of the upcoming workload will be within the education and industrial sectors, so candidates with experience in these environments will be particularly well suited.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day‑to‑day running of projects, coordinating subcontractors, maintaining programme and quality standards, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to specification.

The initial workload will focus on two new‑build self‑storage developments in Kent.

• Contract:
  
  JCT Design & Build
• Programme: 56 weeks
• Scope:
  New-build self-storage facility
• Key elements:
  Steel frame, composite metal cladding, internal fit‑out and external works
• Additional considerations:
  Working within Network Rail BAPA constraints

• Contract:
  
  JCT Design & Build
• Programme: 42 weeks
• Scope:
  New-build self-storage facility
• Key elements:
  Steel-framed construction and associated building and external works

• Take full responsibility for the day-to-day management and safe operation of the construction site.
• Manage subcontractors, site operatives, suppliers and deliveries to ensure efficient project delivery.
• Coordinate steel‑frame installation, cladding, fit‑out and associated construction activities.
• Monitor progress against the construction programme, identifying potential delays and implementing corrective action.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, building regulations and contractual requirements.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety, ensuring compliance with site procedures and relevant legislation.
• Carry out site inductions, toolbox talks, regular inspections and safety briefings.
• Coordinate temporary works and ensure appropriate procedures and controls are followed.
• Liaise with the Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor, design team, subcontractors and client representatives.
• Monitor workmanship and quality, managing inspections, snagging and defects through to completion.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily diaries, progress reports, RAMS documentation and site paperwork.
• Manage materials, plant, logistics and site security.
• Coordinate commissioning, practical completion and handover activities.
• Where working on education projects, ensure appropriate safeguarding procedures are followed and disruption to the school environment is minimised.

Steel-frame construction experience is essential. Candidates must be able to demonstrate experience managing steel-framed projects and coordinating the associated construction packages.

• SMSTS – Site Management Safety Training Scheme
• CSCS card appropriate to the role
• Temporary Works Coordinator qualification
• Enhanced DBS…