Job Description:

Site Manager

Main Contractor

Day rate: £270 - £300 / day

Location: East London

Start: ASAP

The Opportunity

A growing and well-respected main contractor is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee the delivery of fire remediation projects across East London.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business with a strong pipeline of secured works, delivering essential fire safety and building compliance upgrades across occupied residential and mixed-use developments. Working closely with project and commercial teams, you will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing site operations, coordinating subcontractors, and maintaining strong relationships with residents, clients, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of fire remediation and building safety projects
• Oversee subcontractors carrying out works including fire stopping, compartmentation, cladding remediation, insulation replacement, and associated upgrades
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards
• Manage site programmes and coordinate labour, materials, and plant requirements
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality assurance checks
• Maintain full compliance with Health & Safety legislation, company procedures, and industry regulations
• Coordinate resident liaison activities and ensure minimal disruption to occupied buildings
• Monitor project progress, identifying and mitigating risks where necessary
• Chair site meetings and provide regular progress updates to senior management
• Ensure all project documentation, inspections, and handover requirements are completed accurately

Experience:

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within a main contractor or specialist contractor environment
• Previous experience delivering fire remediation, cladding remediation, façade, passive fire protection, or building safety projects
• Experience working within occupied residential environments would be advantageous
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and site management procedures
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and maintain programme performance
• Strong stakeholder management skills with a client-focused approach

Qualifications

Essential

• SMSTS
• CSCS Card
• First Aid at Work

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 6 in Construction Management or equivalent
• Fire Safety or Passive Fire Protection qualifications

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a growing portfolio of fire remediation and building safety projects
• Join a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Interested?

Contact Zach Grandy-Smith on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) for a confidential discussion.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation