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Site Manager. High-End Townhouse Refurbishment, Kensington Sector: Exclusive Residential Location: Kensington, SW7 / W8, London Project: £3m high-end townhouse refurbishment Contract: Permanent (or freelance day-rate, open to both) Salary: £65,000 to £70,000 + package (perm) / £300 to £325 per day (freelance, outside IR35) Start: Immediate, or by mutual agreement Reports to: Project Manager / Contracts Director The project A complete £3m refurbishment of a high-end private townhouse in prime Kensington. Scope spans structural alterations, full M&E reinstatement, bespoke joinery, premium finishes, plant room and basement works. The client expects developer-quality delivery in a residential setting. Finish levels, security, neighbour management and programme discipline are all non-negotiable. The role You will run the project on-site day-to-day. You will be responsible for the safe, programmed and on-budget delivery of every package from RC frame stage or strip-out through to snag-free handover. Key responsibilities Lead all on-site construction activities to programme, quality and budget. Manage and coordinate subcontractors, direct labour and site operatives across all packages: groundworks, M&E, dry-lining, joinery, decoration, flooring, finishes, FF&E. Enforce full compliance with health, safety, environmental and party-wall requirements. Manage relationships with adjoining owners and the local authority. Conduct daily quality inspections. Manage snagging through to client handover. Plan and control labour, plant, equipment and materials to meet operational and programme demands. Liaise directly with the client, design team, architect, structural engineer and M&E consultants. Proactively flag risks, changes and constraints. Produce site reports, programme updates and progress documentation for the Project Manager and Contracts Director. Champion high standards of site presentation. This is a residential street in central London, not a hoarded plot. Essential experience Minimum 5 years as a Site Manager on Exclusive Residential or High-End Refurbishment projects. Demonstrable track record running projects of £2m+ in central London. Strong understanding of premium finishes, bespoke joinery and high-tolerance setting-out. Confident managing a mixed subcontract base and direct labour. Comfortable interfacing with private clients, architects and the design team. Desirable Experience working on listed buildings or in conservation areas. Previous Kensington / Chelsea / Mayfair postcode delivery. Familiarity with party-wall awards and basement or structural underpinning works. Required tickets and qualifications CSCS: Black (Manager) or Gold (Site Supervisor minimum) SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme), current First Aid at Work (3-day), current Fire Marshal , current Temporary Works Coordinator , desirable Package (perm) £65,000 to £70,000 basic, DOE Discretionary bonus on project completion 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Vehicle allowance or car Mobile, laptop Pension

Temporary Section Manager - Residential Project - Cardiff Fawkes & Reece are currently working in partnership with one of their Tier 1 clients who are seeking an experienced Temporary Section Manager to join a residential project based in Cardiff. This is a freelance opportunity with an initial duration of approximately 12-15 weeks, starting as soon as possible. For the right candidate, there is the potential for the role to be extended through to the end of the year. The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing quality assurance across key internal packages, ensuring works are completed to a high standard and in line with programme requirements. The position will involve managing and inspecting both 1st Fix and 2nd Fix works throughout the project life cycle. Key Responsibilities Carrying out QA inspections on: Drylining M&E installations (1st & 2nd Fix) Carpentry works (1st & 2nd Fix) Internal finishing packages Monitoring quality standards across all site activities Coordinating subcontractors and site teams to ensure programme delivery Ensuring compliance with project specifications, building regulations, and quality standards Managing snagging, de-snagging, and handover processes Supporting the wider site management team with reporting and progress updates Requirements Proven experience working as a Section Manager on residential developments Strong QA, internal fit-out, and finishing experience Experience managing both 1st Fix and 2nd Fix packages Experience with AECB / Air Testing is advantageous Excellent communication and organisational skills Valid SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid preferred Package 280 - 300 per day Freelance contract Initial duration of approximately 12-15 weeks Potential extension through to the end of the year for the right candidate Immediate start available