SITE MANAGER – FIT-OUT & REFURBISHMENT
Location: Kilmarnock
Sector: Commercial / Banking Fit-Out & Refurbishment
Employment: FREELANCE
Duration: 12+weeks
The Role
An established UK construction and fit-out contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a commercial refurbishment project in Kilmarnock.
The project forms part of an ongoing programme of high-street banking refurbishment and fit-out works, requiring a Site Manager with strong experience of delivering fast-paced commercial interiors and refurbishment projects to demanding programmes and quality standards.
The successful candidate will take day-to-day responsibility for the site, coordinating subcontractors and specialist trades while ensuring the project is delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.
Key Responsibilities
* Take full day-to-day responsibility for the management of the site.
* Manage and coordinate subcontractors, specialist trades, suppliers and site activities.
* Deliver works in accordance with the agreed construction programme.
* Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications and client quality standards.
* Coordinate strip-out, refurbishment, internal finishes and fit-out packages.
* Manage site logistics, deliveries and access.
* Maintain high standards of health & safety throughout the project.
* Carry out inductions, toolbox talks and site briefings.
* Maintain accurate site records, diaries and progress reports.
* Monitor subcontractor performance and quality of workmanship.
* Liaise with the Project Manager, client representatives, consultants and wider project team.
* Identify potential programme issues and implement practical solutions.
* Manage snagging, defects and close-out through to successful handover.
* Maintain a professional site environment, particularly where works interface with operational or public-facing areas.
Candidate Requirements
* Proven experience as a Site Manager within the construction industry.
* Strong background in commercial fit-out and refurbishment.
* Previous experience delivering retail, banking, office or other fast-track commercial interiors projects would be highly advantageous.
* Experience managing multiple subcontractors and specialist trades.
* Strong understanding of fit-out sequencing and finishing trades.
* Excellent organisational and programme-management skills.
* Strong client-facing and communication skills.
* Good knowledge of construction health & safety requirements.
* Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
* SMSTS.
* CSCS.
* First Aid certification.
The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to join an established contractor delivering a significant programme of commercial refurbishment and fit-out projects throughout the UK.
The role would particularly suit a Site Manager with a strong fast-track fit-out/refurbishment background who is comfortable taking ownership of projects and delivering to demanding client standards
