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Job Title: Site Manager
Location: Edinburgh
Start Date: 16th June 2025
Contract Type: Temporary
Duration: Up to 48 weeks
Project Overview
Our client are commencing a new build project involving the demolition of an existing structure located between two occupied buildings, followed by groundworks, steel erection, timber kit construction, glazing and associated works.
This is a complex site requiring a highly competent and experienced Site Manager who can manage tight interfaces, coordinate multiple trades, and maintain strong health & safety compliance throughout.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee daily site operations, including subcontractor management and sequencing of trades
Ensure works are delivered safely, on time and to specification
Manage site logistics and coordinate between the existing adjacent buildings
Monitor and enforce all HSE standards and site protocols
Liaise with clients, engineers, and the internal team
Maintain daily records and progress reporting
Support the team through all phases of the works: demolition, groundworks, steel/timber erection and external glazing
Candidate Requirements
Proven experience managing complex construction projects, ideally within tight urban or occupied settings
Strong technical knowledge across multiple phases of build: demolition, structural steel, timber kit, etc
Excellent leadership, organisation and communication skills
Ability to problem-solve and remain calm under pressure
Immediately available or available for start on 16th June
Certifications Required (Mandatory)
SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
First Aid at Work
CSCS (Black or White card preferred)
Asbestos Awareness (preferred)
Contract Details
Duration: Up to 48 weeks (dependent on internal resourcing decisions)
Start: Monday 16th June 2025
Rate: Competitive day rate, negotiable depending on experience
Working Hours: Monday–Friday, standard site hours
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