Job Description
Role: Site Manager
Location: Poole
Rate: £300 per day CIS
Duration: Immediate start until October
Clearance: BPSS required
Contract: Freelance
300 North are recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to act as the client representative on a live refurbishment and compliance project in Poole
Working on behalf of a leading Facilities Management provider delivering construction works for the Ministry of Justice you will provide a strong on-site presence and act as the client's "eyes and ears" throughout the project.
The court will be closed during the works, providing a focused delivery environment. This is a time-critical project requiring strong contractor management, health and safety oversight, accurate reporting and proactive issue resolution.
The Project
The works include:
Fire compartmentation and fire-stopping
Asbestos removal and associated compliance works
Lighting and electrical infrastructure upgrades
Mechanical and electrical modifications
General refurbishment and construction works
Key Responsibilities
Represent the client on site and oversee daily construction activities
Monitor the performance of the Principal Contractor and subcontractors
Ensure works are delivered safely, to programme and to the required quality standards
Produce detailed daily reports covering progress, labour, safety, quality, risks and site issues
Review and track RFIs, technical queries and outstanding actions
Monitor compliance with RAMS, permits, inspections and statutory requirements
Attend progress meetings, coordination meetings and contractor briefings
Identify and escalate programme, quality, commercial or safety risks
Liaise with the Senior Project Manager, Principal Designer, contractors, consultants and client stakeholders
Track progress against the construction programme and highlight potential delays
Maintain high standards of housekeeping, conduct and health and safety across the site
Essential Experience
Previous experience as a Site Manager within construction, refurbishment, Facilities Management or public-sector environments
Strong knowledge of construction health and safety requirements
Experience overseeing Principal Contractors and specialist subcontractors
Experience working within secure or sensitive environments such as courts, government buildings, healthcare, education or defence
Experience overseeing fire-stopping, compartmentation or asbestos-related works
Strong reporting, communication and stakeholder-management skills
Ability to identify and resolve technical and operational site issues
A Mechanical or Electrical background would be particularly advantageous.
Essential Qualifications
Black CSCS Card
SMSTS
First Aid at Work
Asbestos Awareness
BPSS clearance or higher
Desirable
Temporary Works Awareness
Fire-stopping or passive fire-protection knowledge
Recruitment Process
The recruitment process will include an initial Microsoft Teams interview, with an immediate decision available for suitable candidates following successful compliance checks.
To apply, please submit your CV or contact North for further information.
