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A privately owned contractor in Greater London is seeking a Site Manager to oversee commercial fit-out projects valued up to £20 million. The role involves managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring high quality and safety standards, and fostering relationships with subcontractors and clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial fit-outs, excellent organizational and communication skills, and a passion for long-term career growth. The company values its employees, offering a collaborative culture and genuine growth opportunities.

A leading housebuilder is seeking an experienced Site Manager or Senior Site Manager for a project in Matlock, Derbyshire. This role demands strong site management expertise and leadership skills to coordinate site staff and operations efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in house building, be capable of planning complex construction tasks, and possess relevant certifications. A full driving licence is essential. This position emphasizes high-quality and safety standards in construction.

Reference: SMFO_ Posted: December 17, 2025 We're looking for a driven Site Manager to join a privately owned contractor known for their collaborative culture, direct access to directors, and strong track record of employee longevity, this business offers not just a project, but a long-term career path. This role will see you supporting the delivery of commercial fit out schemes up to £20 million in value, incorporating elements of CAT A and CAT B fit out. It's an opportunity for someone who is keen to work on stand out jobs, build relationships, and help to drive a project forward. What you'll be doing: Supporting day-to-day site management on a flagship projects. Ensuring works are delivered safely on programme, and to the highest quality standards. Managing subcontractors while fostering a culture of collaboration on site. Supporting the client ensuring expectations are not just met but exceeded. Identifying challenges early and delivering solutions. What we're looking for: Experience working on commercial fit out projects Strong organisational skills - able to maintain site discipline. Great communication and client-facing skills. Someone who can hit the ground running on a project. Privately owned, with direct contact and support from directors. A strong pipeline of projects. Collaborative culture with genuine progression opportunities. A business known for looking after its people, with excellent staff retention and long-term career prospects. If you're an up-and-coming Site Manager looking for a business that values your experience and supports your growth, this could be your next move. If you want to hear more about this Site Manager role, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Lily O'Regan in our London Office on

My client is looking to recruit a site manager for a 16 week contract to carry out a school re-roofing project. Candidates must have worked for a main contractor in the past and preferably worked on a roofing project however not essential. The successful candidate must be able to display a hands on approach and is locally based to Basingstoke. Candidates must have SMSTS, CSCS Card and First Aid and be from a trades background with a solid work history as a site manager. Candidates need to have an enhanced DBS or be able to obtain one. This is a 7th July 2025 start for the right candidate and due to run for 16 weeks. Please email your CV in the first instance.

A leading construction company is seeking a site manager for a 16-week school re-roofing project in Basingstoke. The ideal candidate will have experience working with main contractors, relevant qualifications like SMSTS and CSCS, and a proven trades background. This contract starts on July 7, 2025, providing an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to contribute to an important community project.

Reference: MO83 Posted: November 17, 2025 A superb opportunity has arisen for a Preconstruction Manager to work with the Hampshire based divisional office of this busy Tier 1 main contractor, to work closely with a key national client with an extensive pipeline of workload to roll out over the next few years. Reporting to the Senior Preconstruction Manager and Operations Director plus/ working closely with the commercial, design and planning resource in the business, you will be responsible for engaging with the client to discuss and fully understand their requirements, providing advice and guidance plus construction input to tenders in terms of proposed methodology, sequence of works, logistics plans, etc. This is an established framework with the client, effectively engaging the client on multiple projects, developing the project scope, design, cost plan and programme, reaching agreement and passing this on to the construction team to deliver. Works will typically be strip out and refurbishment of existing buildings to provide healthcare space ranging in value from £2m to £9m. There is a potential £30-40m of workload annually. Duties will include: Client and stakeholder liaison to assess and understand overall requirement brief and outline of proposed scheme where applicable; Identify risks and opportunities to contractor; Comment on viability of scheme; Identify key drivers and propose strategy for each scheme; Engage with consultants to develop tender in terms of design, budget, etc; Manage or contribute to bid process including coordinating input from team members, agreeing timescales, key deadlines, and attending all mid-tender interviews and client presentations; Develop design and methodology, plus have input to programming of work, phasing and cost plan; Production of tender programmes, logistics, construction phase programmes on Asta Powerproject when required; There is a Construction Planner who will undertake and / or support this also. Engage with supply chain to develop detailed design and methodology; Attend and contribute to internal tender launch, mid tender and tender adjudication meetings. Work closely with planner & commercial team to develop scheme, manage design development, through tender and second stage preconstruction; Develop scheme through preconstruction phase to financial close, plus liaison with construction team through initial start on site; Develop close working relationships with clients and consultants to ensure generation of repeat business; Reporting regularly to Senior Preconstruction Manager / Operations Director on progress. About the Company/Client/Project: This regional office is based in Basingstoke not far from the M3 and has an annual turnover of circa £45m. Work is secured via a mixture of competitive tenders, negotiated works with repeat clients, some regional and national frameworks. Scope of works includes work in defence, healthcare, education, etc Projects are typically £3m - £15m+ in value, predominantly refurbishment, fit out or new build schemes in live environments. The business has an excellent reputation for their quality of work, safety, retention, training and development of staff, nurturing and maintaining repeat business with key clients. Requirements and qualifications: You will ideally be degree qualified from a project / contract management background, and have excellent attention to detail, communication and negotiations skills, keen technical, commercial and contractual knowledge, problem solving ability, initiative and a positive approach. You will possess the ability to assess a scheme and see the larger picture, encompassing the needs of the client, timescales and budget, local politics, and identify key drivers and potential obstacles. This role will suit an experienced Preconstruction / Bid Manager, and potentially a Senior Project Manager, Contracts Manager or Design Manager with preconstruction experience, and a determined and competitive nature. You will ideally have a proven track record of successful input to tenders or second stage preconstruction with a Main Contractor. High standards, attention to detail and the drive will be well rewarded with a competitive salary, benefits, promotional and development prospects. For more information on this contract please contact Martin Olney on or send your CV to Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK

Location: Thatcham Salary: £60K- £70K per Year Contract: Permanent Type: Full Time Reference: MO73 Posted: January 2, 2026 Experienced Senior Site Manager required by this small regional main contractor to work as No1 on a £3.5m new build Care/Assisted Living Home in Thatcham, Berkshire. This is a secured scheme with enabling works due to commence on site in January for a 14 months duration. As Senior Site Manager, you will take the lead on the project and be responsible for the management and coordination of all works on-site throughout the construction phase to handover. This will include client liaison, engagement with consultant design team, programming of works, logistics planning, management of supply chain sub-contractors, review of RAMS, health and safety, coordination meetings, ensuring progress of works against programme, quality assurance, issue resolution, snagging and handovers. Reporting to a visiting Contracts Manager, you will have full responsibility for the site / project to achieve successful delivery on programme, quality and budget. About the Company: The client is a smaller regional main contractor based in Southampton with a turnover of circa £12m. Scope of work for this main contractor will include projects of circa £2m-4m build value in the new build commercial, industrial, retirement living and education sectors, typically in the Hampshire, Berkshire, Dorset and Wiltshire areas. Requirements including certificates and qualifications: You will ideally be an experienced No1 Senior Site Manager with a proven track record within a Tier 2 main contracting organisation, able to deliver design & build schemes up to £3m+ in value. Key attributes will include excellent client, design team and site team management ability, technical, contractual and commercial knowledge, plus focus and drive, with excellent communication and leadership skills. High standards, attention to detail and the drive will be very well rewarded with excellent salary, benefits, promotional and development prospects. For more information on this contract please contact Martin Olney at Fawkes & Reece on or email Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work in the UK

A regional main contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager for a £3.5m new build Care Home in Thatcham. You will manage the construction phase, ensuring quality, safety, and progress meet standards. This role requires a proven track record in Tier 2 contracting, with strong leadership and client management skills. The company offers competitive salary, benefits, and potential for professional development.

Reference: SBSCM_ Posted: December 10, 2025 PERM POSITION - SENIOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGER I have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Construction Manager to work with an established Tier 1 contractor on a hospital project. You would be overseeing the new build of a 3 storey out patient clinic with a project value of £30m. The project would include the internal fit out works, external soft and hard landscaping and the formation of new roads. The role will suit someone who has delivered complex, live-environment projects and can lead packages, coordinate multiple stakeholders, and drive programme, quality, and safety to the highest standards. You'll be a key figure on site, working closely with the project leadership team to ensure delivery across all phases. What's on offer: Major hospital new build project Long-term programme and strong pipeline Senior leadership position with real influence on delivery Competitive package with a Tier 1 Contractor Ideal Background: Strong site or Project Management experience with a main contractor Track record delivering complex refurb or new build schemes Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills If you are interested in this position and would like to apply, please email a copy of your CV to Sean at Fawkes & Reece, using the contact details provided or you can give the office a call for further details on

A leading construction firm is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager to oversee a new build outpatient clinic in Liverpool valued at £30m. The successful candidate will have a strong track record in managing complex projects, leading teams, and ensuring high standards in quality and safety. This role offers a senior leadership position with significant influence over project delivery and a competitive package with a Tier 1 contractor.

A leading company in the refurbishment and social housing sector is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to oversee various projects from inception to completion. The role involves driving refurbishment schemes forward, managing subcontractors, and ensuring value for money in compliance with legal standards. The company offers extensive support for training and career progression, making it an ideal environment for professional growth.

Have you spent the last few years as a Quantity Surveyor for an array of refurbishment works? Do you have knowledge of the Social Housing industry? What you'll get: Car allowance/salary sacrifice company car Company bonus 25 days holiday + 8BH Training and Progression Key aspects of the role: Using your commercial expertise to your advantage and drive the refurbishment and damp and mould schemes forward. From cradle to grave on various schemes, you'll become an essential member of the team, for which you will be recognised through training and progression. Lead the subcontractors, material procurement and commercial management. Use your experience to minimise the costs and enhance value for money whilst adhering to legal and quality assurance requirements. What you'll need: Quantity Surveying Degree or equivalent Member of RICS UK Driving Licence Experience in refurbishment, ideally Social Housing. Who you'll be working for: Specialising in refurbishment, damp and mould and more within the Social Housing industry, you'll be supported all the way through your career with training and qualifications to invest in you. A sought-after company with fresh ideas on how to treat their employees and ample industry experience and knowledge, they have been managing teams for decades to success. What's next: If you want to hear more about this Quantity Surveyor role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Anna Phillipson in our Sheffield office on

Location: City of London Salary: £275.00- £325.00 per Day Contract: Long Term Contract Type: Full Time Reference: VAC-SS-86 Posted: May 6, 2025 Mechanical Site Manager, Commercial fit-out project in Central London - to £325 a day - temp 6 months+ - M&E Contractor Are you an established Freelance Mechanical Site Manager with a proven background of experience working within the Building Services and M&E sector? Would you relish the opportunity to work for one of the UK's most prestigious M&E contractors on one of their most iconic projects? Your background and experience, together with an industry recognised qualification, will be well rewarded for working hard on a M&E package of around £35M on a large Commercial fit-out project in Central London. Previous M&E Fit-out project experience would be advantageous. Main duties will be to manage and oversee self delivery team and specialist outside sub-contractors and ensuring all Health and Site Safety is in place and adhered to. Experience of using an IPAD for reporting using Fieldview software would be advantageous. As one of the UK's leading recruiters, Fawkes & Reece specialises in all areas of Building Services and M&E, from M&E Quantity Surveyors, M&E Estimators, M&E Project managers, M&E Managers, M&E Project and M&E Design Engineers, M&E Coordinators and CAD Draughtsman. For the latest "Building Services" opportunities in your area contact Steve Snelling at Fawkes and Reece London

Location: City of London Salary: £75K- £90K per Year Contract: Permanent Type: Full Time Reference: MS-49000-PC_ Posted: December 17, 2025 Great opportunity for a Pre-Construction Manager to join a popular tier 1 main contractor, working on construction & refurbishment projects across various sectors. About the role of Pre Construction Manager We are recruiting for a Pre Construction Manager to join our team, particularly focused in London and reporting to the Senior Pre Construction Manager. We are looking for an individual who has passion for Pre Construction lead activities whilst also being able to work as part of a close knit team. As a Pre- Construction Manager, you will support the Senior Pre-Construction Manager to deliver the Pre-Construction services. Providing leadership and guidance whilst managing the teams at bid stage, and during Pre-Construction service agreements. Working for a diverse client base and frameworks you will be involved in contract values ranging up to £20m within a mixture of both construction & refurbishment schemes. Building strong relationships and working client facing within collaborative public framework environments in which we operate is essential. Successful applicants will have an opportunity to grow and develop as this new workstream evolves We are open to considering people from different backgrounds within the Construction industry as long as the candidate is familiar with PCSA processes, these backgrounds could be Design Managers, Project Managers, Bid Managers or Estimators. Responsibilities for Pre Construction Manager Manage and coordinate the Pre-Construction activities for traditional or design and build projects, once awarded, with responsibility for managing the Pre-Construction process from tender issue, through a preconstruction services agreement period then to handover to the operational team for delivery. Work collaboratively with the members of the Pre-Construction team, inclusive of governance, commercial, estimating, planning, and design management to ensure milestones are identified, monitored, and achieved to successfully complete the Pre-Construction process. Contribute towards quality requirements of the bid writing process, bringing knowledge and experience to develop a bid winning strategy. Full engagement with our clients to instil confidence in the team's ability to deliver the project(s) at initial tender stage and throughout the Pre-Construction services period. Maintaining focus on the team objectives, managing the consultants, and managing client relationships. Work collaboratively with the team to identify risks and associated mitigation measure to ensure the projects are de-risked during the Pre-Construction period. Attend site visits to view the project during the Pre-Construction stage and engage with designers and supply chain partners as necessary to inform the detailed design and pricing process. Collaborative working with all external and internal stakeholders will be crucial to this role and successful applicants will need to demonstrate an ability to plan, coordinate and manage either at Pre-Construction or Construction stage whilst also demonstrating a sound construction knowledge. Manage the workload of the Pre-Construction team to ensure that it remains balanced, avoiding overload, and managing the wellbeing of the team. Show excellent presentation skills to deliver clear and concise bid requirements to the bid team and upstream to the Directors and key stakeholders. Embrace the business culture ensuring your behaviours remain, collaborative, trusted and focused. Requirements for Pre Construction Manager Taken a project through a PCSA & worked through the surveys & design stages / Familiar with PCSA processes UK Drivers licence HNC/HND/Degree in a construction or engineering subject and / or Membership of a relevant body (CIOB, APM, CIAT, RICS) Previous Pre-Construction experience on projects up to £20m with strong experience of leading multidisciplinary teams A proven record of successful multi-project delivery through management of a skilled team of people Commercial and contractual awareness Computer literate on Microsoft applications and other software Ability to maintain relationships with clients, customers, and suppliers Team leader with organisational and time management skills What we offer for Pre Construction Manager Electric vehicle scheme Pension Annual leave package If you want to hear more about this Pre Construction Manager role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Megan Stott in our London office on .

Join a prestigious M&E contractor as a Mechanical Site Manager for a high-profile commercial fit-out project in Central London. This long-term contract offers competitive daily rates and the chance to work on a £35M project with a leading firm in the industry. Your expertise in managing teams and ensuring health and safety compliance will be key to the project's success. If you're an established freelance professional looking for an exciting opportunity in the Building Services sector, this role is perfect for you.

A leading recruitment agency in Sheffield is seeking driven Recruitment Consultants to expand their team. The role offers an uncapped commission structure and comprehensive training, making it ideal for individuals with a passion for recruitment. Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome, provided they possess motivation and relationship-building skills. This is a great opportunity to join a respected agency and build a successful career in a collaborative environment.

Overview We have an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join an award-winning tier 1 developer based in Guildford. The developer undertakes volume house building, with projects up to 300 units per phase across Surrey and Hampshire. They are eco-conscious, and driving sustainability in all of their developments. Responsibilities As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial element of the development, managing costs on site and liaising with site teams. You will be reporting into the Senior Quantity Surveyor on site. Involvement in pre-construction activities Procurement of various sub-contract packages Dealing with variations Assisting in completing monthly CVRs Key Requirements Educated to HNC / Degree level Experience working within a developer would be preferential Be a driven and ambitious individual COINS experience is preferential In return you will receive Salary: Up to £55k Clear progression pathway Bonus Scheme This is a fantastic opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join an established developer with a secure pipeline of projects. If you think you'd be a suitable applicant for the role, please apply through the link below or contact Lucy from our Brighton office.

A leading construction firm seeks a Pre-Construction Manager in London to oversee Pre-Construction services. You'll manage activities from tender to handover while leading a diverse team on projects up to £20m. Candidates should have PCSA experience and strong leadership skills, along with a background in construction or engineering. This role offers competitive benefits, including an electric vehicle scheme and annual leave package.

Reference: SM0125APC_ Posted: December 9, 2025 As the Site Manager, you'll be an essential part of to lead the site teams and subcontractors in refurbishment works within the Social Housing sector. Focusing on retrofit, decarbonisation and refurbishments, you'll use your experience in the sector to help deliver excellent standards and work with senior management to keep the day to day works going. You'll be covering Nottingham-Chesterfield on various schemes. Responsibilities for Site Manager Assign, manage and take ownership on Social Housing contracts. Liaise with the Contracts Manager, site teams and subcontractors to ensure the standards are adhered to. Motivate and support employees through appraisals, coaching and training. Carry out Health and Safety check to upkeep the quality of works. Requirements for Site Manager SMSTS CSCS Card Scaffold Inspection UK Driving License. Experience within the Social Housing/Construction industries. What we offer for Site Manager Salary £40k - £50k (dependant on experience) Vehicle Car Allowance/ Salary Sacrifice Scheme 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays Bonus Scheme up to 15% of your salary Genuine progression If you want to hear more about this Site Manager role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Anna Phillipson in our Sheffield office on