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Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee and deliver construction, refurbishment, and maintenance projects across healthcare, education, and leisure facilities in the North West region. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, to budget, and to the highest quality standards.
This is a client-facing role requiring excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills, with a strong focus on health & safety and stakeholder management.
Key Responsibilities
* Site Management & Delivery
o Oversee daily site operations, ensuring compliance with company standards and client requirements.
o Manage subcontractors, trades, and direct labour on-site.
o Monitor and control progress against programme, quality, and cost targets.
o Ensure materials, equipment, and resources are effectively managed.
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* Health, Safety & Compliance
o Maintain a safe working environment, enforcing H&S legislation and company policies.
o Carry out regular site inspections and audits.
o Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, CDM requirements, and safeguarding protocols (particularly for education and healthcare sites).
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* Client & Stakeholder Management
o Act as the primary on-site contact for clients, consultants, and end users.
o Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, addressing issues promptly and professionally.
o Coordinate works to minimise disruption in live environments (schools, hospitals, leisure centres).
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* Quality & Reporting
o Ensure all works are completed to the required quality standards.
o Maintain accurate site records, progress reports, and H&S documentation.
o Report regularly to Contracts/Project Managers on progress, risks, and resource requirements.
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Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience as a Site Manager within construction, refurbishment, or facilities management.
* Experience working in live environments (healthcare, education, leisure) with an understanding of safeguarding and operational constraints.
* Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and site compliance.
* Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and programmes.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
* IT literate (MS Office, project reporting tools).
Qualifications
* SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) - essential
* CSCS (Black/Gold) - essential
* First Aid at Work - essential
* Asbestos Awareness - desirable
* Relevant construction qualification (HNC/Degree or trade background) - desirable
Personal Attributes
* Proactive, problem-solving mindset.
* Strong leadership with the ability to motivate teams.
* Professional and client-focused approach.
* Flexible and willing to travel across the North West.
Salary & Benefits
* Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
* Company car/allowance.
* Pension scheme.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Training and career development opportunities.
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