Site Manager

Site Manager - M&E / Fire Alarm Systems - Nights Daniel Owen are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager with a strong M&E background to oversee a major fire alarm upgrade programme across a university…

Pay rate £350/day
Job type Temporary
Posted 7 October 2026

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Site Manager - M&E / Fire Alarm Systems - Nights

Daniel Owen are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager with a strong M&E background to oversee a major fire alarm upgrade programme across a university campus.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the safe and efficient delivery of works taking place predominantly during night shifts, ensuring minimal disruption to the university's day-to-day operations. The role will involve coordinating specialist M&E contractors and subcontractors while maintaining high standards of health and safety, quality and programme delivery.

Position: Site Manager

Location: Birmingham City Centre

Night rate: £350.00 per night (Negotiable)

Contract Type: Freelance

Start date: Last week of October - Christmas

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and supervise night-time M&E works across an operational university campus.
Oversee the installation and upgrade of fire alarm and associated life-safety systems.
Coordinate specialist M&E subcontractors, engineers and site operatives.
Ensure works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, RAMS and programme requirements.
Conduct regular site inspections and monitor quality of installation.
Manage permits, access arrangements and safe systems of work.
Liaise with the project management team, client representatives and university stakeholders.
Ensure all works comply with relevant health & safety legislation and project procedures.
Monitor progress against programme and provide regular updates to the Project Manager.
Manage defects, snagging and handover requirements.
Ensure the site is left safe, secure and ready for normal university operations each morning.

Requirements:

SMSTS
CSCS
First Aid
Proven experience working as a Site Manager within an M&E environment.
Strong understanding of fire alarm systems, electrical installations or life-safety systems.
Previous experience managing works within a live/operational environment is highly desirable.
Experience working on universities, hospitals, schools or other occupied/public-sector environments would be advantageous.
Comfortable managing subcontractors and specialist M&E trades.
Strong understanding of RAMS, permits and site health & safety.
Excellent communication and organisational skills.
Ability to work night shifts consistently throughout the project.

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