Site Manager

The Site Manager will be an experienced, dynamic and passionate individual who continually delivers above and beyond client expectations - thus forging long term relationships that result in repeat business and promotes the business externally.

The role will be based at the Manchester Airport and will require a passion for first class delivery, implementing best practice and continuous improvement and promoting BCEGI externally.

What you'll be doing - Key Duties/Responsibilities

With a flexible approach to supporting all BCEGI activities, preferably but not limited to:

• Administer the Contract with the BCEGI Sub-Contractors.
• To work within a highly motivated team managing both external and internal work packages, liaising with the client's representatives to ensure a high standard of finish.
• Monitor and coordinate works between various sub-contractors including carrying out inspections to ensure I&TP's are in place and being adhered to, recording snagging on Fieldview and ensuring all works are competed as per the Contract.
• Be fully aware of:
  • The legal and project HSE requirements associated with the works and ensure that they are fulfilled by the Contractor.
  • HSE duties and responsibilities and ensure that these are implemented.
• Monitor performance of the Contractor and verify that the works are executed in accordance with the latest issue of the Contract documents. Implement the construction quality surveillance and monitoring program.
• Read, understand and implement the requirements of the Construction Project Procedures.
• Monitor the Contractor's progress against the accepted baseline schedule.
• Identify potential claims from the Contractor and take measures to mitigate these.
• Evaluate claims; ensure that they are well documented, processed and settled as soon as possible.
• Ensure that relevant information is recorded in accordance with contract and project requirements and retained for future reference and turnover to the Client.
• Facilitate and encourage the Contractor's interface coordination with other contractors and rapid resolution of any conflicts.
• Monitor the status of correspondence to and from the Contractor and act to promote timely responses to and closure of any open items.
• Ensures that the Contractor addresses and plans for contract completion and close-out activities.
• Coordinate meetings with various parties and ensure that brief accurate minutes of every meeting are recorded, issued and agreed by all participants.
• Ensure that the project engineers and other staff are familiar and in compliance with the project as well as corporate requirements and procedures.
• Regularly identify and evaluate construction activities that have significant risks and establish measures to manage these.
• Develop and implement a Project Execution Plan and monitor contract safety, quality, schedule and cost performance indices.
• Administer the Contract with the BCEGI Sub-Contractors.
• To work within a highly motivated team managing the fit-out of apartment construction through to completion and handover, liaising with the client's representatives to ensure a high standard of finish.
• Monitor and coordinate works between various fit-out contractors including carrying out inspections to ensure I&TP's are in place and being adhered to, recording snagging on Fieldview and ensuring all works are competed as per the Contract.
• Be fully aware of:
  • The legal and project HSE requirements associated with the works and ensure that they are fulfilled by the Contractor.
  • HSE duties and responsibilities and ensure that these are implemented.
• Monitor performance of the Contractor and verify that the works are executed in accordance with the latest issue of the Contract documents. Implement the construction quality surveillance and monitoring program.
• Read, understand and implement the requirements of the Construction Project Procedures.
• Monitor the Contractor's progress against the accepted baseline schedule.
• Identify potential claims from the Contractor and take measures to mitigate these.
• Evaluate claims; ensure that they are well documented, processed and settled as soon as possible.
• Ensure that relevant information is recorded in accordance with contract and project requirements and retained for future reference and turnover to the Client.
• Facilitate and encourage the Contractor's interface coordination with other contractors and rapid resolution of any conflicts.
• Monitor the status of correspondence to and from the Contractor and act to promote timely responses to and closure of any open items.
• Ensures that the Contractor addresses and plans for contract completion and close-out activities.
• Coordinate meetings with various parties and ensure that brief accurate minutes of every meeting are recorded, issued and agreed by all participants.
• Ensure that the project engineers and other staff are familiar and in compliance with the project as well as corporate requirements and procedures.
• Regularly identify and evaluate construction activities that have significant risks and establish measures to manage these.
• Develop and implement a Project Execution Plan and monitor contract safety, quality, schedule and cost performance indices.
• Provide weekly reports to the BCEGI Project Management team.

What we're looking for - Person Specification Work Experience / Expectations

• Demonstrated experience in site-based construction roles, with a strong understanding of construction processes and day-to-day site management activities.
• Experience coordinating site activities and subcontractors to support project programmes and efficient delivery of works.
• Ability to monitor site operations to ensure works are carried out safely and in line with health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Experience maintaining accurate site records, reporting progress and supporting the wider project management team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced site environment, demonstrating organization, flexibility and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Minimum of 3-5 years' relevant experience in a Site Manager or similar site-based role (desirable).

Qualification / Health & Safety Requirements

• HNC/HND in Construction or equivalent experience.
• SMSTS.
• First Aid.
• Valid CSCS card.

Personal Qualities

• Highly organised, proactive and reliable, with the ability to plan ahead and manage competing site priorities effectively.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability, maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy and professionalism.
• Calm, resilient and professional under pressure, able to adapt to changing site and project demands.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across site teams and subcontractors.
• Confident and collaborative team player, able to work on own initiative while supporting a positive and productive site culture.
• Strong work ethic with good organisational and IT skills, committed to continuous improvement and safe working practices.
• Holds a current clean UK driving licence (desirable).
• Sets and maintains high standards, ensuring expectations are clearly communicated across the site team.
• Demonstrates a proactive, professional and solutions-focused approach to work.
• Tackles issues promptly and effectively, taking ownership to resolve problems without unnecessary delay.
• Shares knowledge, experience and best practice to support team performance and site efficiency.
• Committed to meeting the expectations of both internal and external stakeholders, supporting successful project delivery.