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My client is seeking an experienced and driven No.1 Site Manager to lead the on-site delivery of a high-end 5.5 million leisure/hospitality fit-out in Central London. The scheme involves the full internal fit-out of a leisure facility, including associated MEP-heavy installations. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in delivering complex, design-led fit-out projects within a live or logistically constrained urban environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Site Management & Leadership
Act as the lead on-site manager, responsible for the overall day-to-day operations on site.
Lead site inductions, toolbox talks, daily briefings, and ensure all staff and subcontractors are working safely and efficiently.
Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.
Programme & Delivery
Coordinate and monitor the construction programme, ensuring key milestones are met in line with the 60-week delivery plan.
Manage sequencing of trades, logistics, and resource planning.
Proactively identify and mitigate programme risks and delays.
Health, Safety, and Environment
Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations, RAMS, and CDM requirements.
Maintain a clean, safe, and secure site environment.
Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and reporting in line with company policies.
Quality Control
Manage quality standards on-site, ensuring work is completed to specification, design intent, and in accordance with project drawings.
Coordinate inspections with consultants and client team.
Maintain and update site QA records, checklists, and defect logs.
Coordination & Communication
Liaise with the client team, consultants, and internal stakeholders to provide regular updates and resolve issues.
Chair and minute subcontractor coordination meetings.
Interface with design team on site-related design queries (RFI process).
Reporting & Documentation
Maintain detailed site records including daily diaries, site reports, and H&S documentation.
Provide weekly progress reports to the Contracts Manager or Project Director.
Key Requirements:
Proven experience as a No.1 Site Manager delivering high-value fit-out projects (3m+), preferably in the leisure, hospitality, or commercial sectors.
Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, subcontractor management, and programme tracking.
SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid (essential).
Experience managing M&E coordination and commissioning processes.
Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and specifications.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Self-motivated, organised, and able to work under pressure.
Desirable Experience:
Experience managing basement and/or multi-level fit-out schemes.
Familiarity with digital tools such as Aconex, Procore, Field View, or similar platforms.
