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Job Specification: Site Manager - Construction Project
Role Overview:
Responsible for the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of a steel-frame building project, managing day-to-day site activities and ensuring programme, budget, and standards are met.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage and coordinate all on-site operations, labour, and subcontractors involved in steel erection, cladding, groundworks, M&E, and finishing trades.
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Ensure all works adhere to construction drawings, structural steel specifications, method statements, and risk assessments.
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Plan site activities, monitor progress against the programme, and report daily/weekly to the Project Manager.
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Lead site health & safety: conduct inductions, toolbox talks, inspections, and enforce compliance with CDM regulations.
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Coordinate material deliveries, crane operations, lifting plans, and site logistics to maintain efficient workflow.
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Maintain accurate site records: diaries, photos, permits, RAMS approvals, and inspection test plans.
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Identify and resolve construction issues promptly, escalating technical problems where needed.
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Liaise with structural engineers, architects, client representatives, and building control.
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Ensure site security, housekeeping, waste management, and environmental compliance.
Skills & Experience Required:
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Proven experience managing steel-frame construction projects.
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Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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SMSTS, CSCS (Managers), First Aid, and relevant H&S qualification.
