Site Manager - Commercial Refurbishment - HUNTER MASON CONSULTING LIMITED : Job Details

My client, a company based in Manchester specialising in commercial refurbishment and maintenance, is currently seeking a Site Manager representative to join their team.

Supported by our HSEQ team, Contracts Managers, and site operatives, you will be the primary on-site authority for health and safety matters and Principal Contractor duties in accordance with CDM regulations. Your responsibilities will include coordinating and overseeing construction activities on-site from start to finish.

As a Site Manager representative, your key duties will include:

• Managing day-to-day site logistics and coordinating trades.
• Developing and implementing safety documentation, issuing permits, information/hazard boards, and monitoring risk assessments/method statements.
• Supervising the performance of site operatives and subcontractors concerning health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Identifying training needs for site personnel.
• Ensuring full compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Liaising with clients.
• Conducting site inductions.
• Chairing weekly coordination meetings with trades supervisors and management.
• Procuring health & safety-related materials using computer-based systems.

Skills and qualifications required:

• Excellent understanding of Principal Contractor duties under CDM regulations.
• Strong focus on health, safety, and environmental management.
• Effective leadership and communication skills.
• Proficiency in IT tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience in building envelope construction and temporary works systems like scaffolds and propping.
• Proficiency in record-keeping, diaries, and timesheets.
• Ability to organize resources and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Capacity to work collaboratively in a team environment with various stakeholders.
• Possession of a full driving license.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Qualification in Construction Management/NVQ level 6.
• CSCS black card.
• CITB Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS).
• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate/IOSH Managing Safety certificate.
• First Aid certification.
• Understanding of the requirements of BS5975:2008 regarding procedural control of Temporary Works.
• Temporary Works Coordinator certification.
• Working knowledge of Principal Contractor/Contractor quality management procedures.