Site Manager

Site Manager (Umbrella only)

Industry: Construction (Kettering NN15)

Contract Type: Contract (42 Weeks)

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to work under a site-based Project Manager on a large refurbishment project within a live environment food factory in Kettering. The project commences on 2nd November and will run for approximately 42 weeks. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day site operations, ensuring all works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with health and safety regulations. This role requires strong leadership and coordination skills to manage subcontractors, site logistics, and maintain a safe working environment in a live food production setting. Experience working on live environment projects is essential, with food project experience highly desirable. The position is paid via Umbrella (PAYE) and requires the candidate to hold specific certifications. The client has specified I CANNOT pay CIS, or use your UTR number It is umbrella only.

Skills:

• Proven experience managing live environment projects
• Experience in food factory or food-related refurbishment projects (preferred)
• Strong site management and supervision skills
• Ability to work under a site-based Project Manager
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Health and safety compliance expertise
• Subcontractor coordination and site logistics management
• Risk assessment and method statement oversight
• Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure
• IT literacy for site documentation and reporting

Software/Tools:

• Basic IT skills for site reporting and documentation (e.g. Microsoft Office)

Certifications & Standards:

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) Essential
• First Aid Certification Essential
• CSCS Card Essential
• Temporary Works Certificate Essential
• Asbestos Awareness Certificate Essential