Site Manager

Knutsford, England, United Kingdom

7/5/2025

Job Role

We are looking to employ a dedicated and experienced site manager to oversee and manage high quality fit out and construction project from inception to completion. You will be responsible for day-to-day site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

To be successful as a site manager, you should be detail-oriented and knowledgeable of building codes and construction safety regulations. Ultimately, an outstanding site manager should be able to interpret building plans as well as demonstrate exceptional leadership, communication, attention to detail and problem-solving skills. You should also be able to perform first aid in emergencies

Ideally with 5 years of experience in the industry working on projects ranging from £50k - £5m.

Role And Responsibilities

• Oversee all on-site activities and ensure work is carried out in accordance with design specifications, health and safety standards, and quality benchmarks
• Supervising and instructing subcontractors, trade and site staff ensuring coordinated and efficient execution of tasks.
• Educating site workers on construction safety regulations and accident protocol.
• Enforcing site safety rules to minimise work-related accidents and injuries.
• Handling site accidents in accordance with established accident protocol.
• Maintaining an accurate record of employee/sub-contractor attendance.
• Evaluating the performance of installation employees and sub-contractors and instituting corrective measures as needed.
• Monitor and report on progress, risks, and issues to senior project managers or stakeholders
• Conduct regular site inspections, quality checks, and safety audits.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and suppliers to ensure alignment and resolve any site-related issues promptly.
• Manage site logistics, including deliveries, storage, and waste disposal.
• Prepare daily/weekly site reports, including progress photos, updates, and safety records.
• Ensure accurate documentation, including site diaries, variations, snag lists, and handover pack
• Create and maintain detailed site programmes, coordinating schedules and sequencing of works
• Analysing blueprints to ensure that installation projects meet design, safety, and budget specifications.
• Recommending changes to operations or procedures to increase efficiency.
  
  

RequirementsSkills

• SMSTS Qualified
• Valid CSCS Black Card
• Fire Warden
• Asbestos Awareness
• Temporary Works experience
• Working at Heights
• Completion of a construction related post-secondary education training program.
• Proven experience working as a site manager.
• CPR and first aid certifications.
• Sound knowledge of building codes and construction safety regulations.
• Working knowledge of construction tools and equipment.
• The ability to interpret construction drawings.
• Outstanding leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Committed to accuracy and attention detail, getting it right first time.
• Ability to understand the client’s perspective and needs.
• Be able to liaise and communicate effective with the client and all stakeholders.
• Talent for influencing client management.
• Able to work well under your own initiative.
• Negotiation skills.
• Listening skills.
• Communication skills.
• Time Management skills.
• Friendly, approachable, and articulate.
• Must be able to work as part of a small, close, and productive team.
• Ideally at least 5 years’ experience in a similar or equivalent role.
• Full UK driving licence.
  
  

BenefitsOur people are important to us, and we want to make sure that we reward and recognise all the great work that they do. Our employees enjoy many standard benefits including access to the company discount scheme, pension (including company contributions), quality health cover, and death in service scheme.

Our benefits work with our culture where you feel valued as a member of a successful team.

One Space is an equal opportunities employer.

Benefits

• Company Pension
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Medical cash back scheme