Site Manager (CAT A & CAT B Fit-Out) - Leeds
Location: Leeds City Centre
Rate: £325 per day (Umbrella PAYE)
Contract Length: October 2026 - January 2028
Start Date: Week Commencing 26th October 2026
Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-4:30pm
Site Manager - Commercial Fit-Out Project
We are recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join a major commercial refurbishment and fit-out project in Leeds on behalf of a leading construction contractor.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-profile £10m-£12m office refurbishment scheme comprising both CAT A and CAT B fit-out works across a multi-floor occupied commercial building. The project is scheduled to run through to January 2028, offering long-term contract stability.
The Project
The development involves:
- CAT A refurbishment works across multiple floors
- Full replacement of Mechanical & Electrical services throughout six floors
- External plant replacement works
- Welfare and changing room facility upgrades
- Strip-out and refurbishment of existing tenant areas
- Suspended ceilings, flooring installations and decorative finishes
- CAT B fit-out works across four of the six floors
- Management of works within an occupied building environment
Project value: £10m-£12m
You will work alongside an existing Senior Site Management team and play a key role in the day-to-day delivery of the project.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing day-to-day site operations
- Monitoring and enforcing site Health & Safety standards
- Carrying out H&S audits and inspections using digital reporting systems
- Conducting site inductions for operatives and subcontractors
- Coordinating subcontractors and site logistics
- Managing access, deliveries and movements within an occupied building
- Ensuring works are delivered to programme and quality standards
- Monitoring workmanship and compliance across all trades
- Walking floors and actively managing progress on multiple work areas
- Supporting project reporting and site documentation
Essential Experience
To be considered, candidates must demonstrate:
- Proven Site Management experience on commercial office fit-out projects
- Strong background delivering both CAT A and CAT B fit-out schemes
- Experience working on projects valued up to £10m+
- Experience managing works across multiple floors within occupied buildings
- Proven track record of delivering projects over 10-12 month durations or longer
- Excellent understanding of commercial refurbishment and M&E coordination
- Strong Health & Safety management experience
Candidates should provide examples of relevant CAT A and CAT B projects on their CV.
Essential Qualifications
You must hold:
- SMSTS
- First Aid at Work
- CSCS Black Card or Gold Card
- PASMA
- Fire Marshal Certificate
- Manual Handling Certificate
Requirements
- Available to start week commencing 26th October 2026
- Able to work on an Umbrella PAYE basis
- Based locally to Leeds or within a commutable distance
- Eligible to work in the UK
PPE Required
- Hard Hat
- High Visibility Vest
- Safety Footwear
- Eye Protection
Apply Now
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Site Manager with a strong commercial fit-out background to join a flagship Leeds project with a long-term programme and excellent team environment.
Rate: £325 per day (Umbrella PAYE)
Location: Leeds City Centre
Duration: October 2026 - January 2028
To apply, please submit your CV highlighting your CAT A and CAT B fit-out project experience, including project values and durations.