Site Manager

Croydon, London
Caval Limited

The Company

Our client is a leading contractor delivering specialist healthcare projects across the UK. With a strong emphasis on innovation, quality, and sustainability, they deliver high-quality modular solutions that meet the complex demands of both public and private sector clients. The company integrates off-site construction expertise with in-house architectural, engineering and project management capabilities, ensuring efficient, cost-effective and timely project delivery.

The Project

As a highly experienced Site Manager, you will have an important role in overseeing the site team on a 20m new build healthcare development in South London. You will ensure adherence to all relevant regulations, carefully manage documentation and progress reports for stakeholders to ensure the successful completion of the project.

Requirements

For this role it is essential that you carry the following professional qualifications as a minimum;

• SMSTS
• First Aid
• Valid CSCS Card

It is also essential that you hold the experience below;

• An extensive background within the industry with at least 5 years of experience operating in a site management position for a leading contractor or subcontractor
• A proven track record of success delivering projects in excess of 5m in a management position

Additional skills;

• Competent IT / software skills
• Comprehensive health and safety knowledge
• Effective communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to organise and manage project schedules
• A solid understanding of relevant regulations and standards
• Proven ability to lead, support, and direct a team effectively
• Knowledgeable of construction processes, techniques, and materials
• In-depth understanding of construction methods, materials, and building processes
• Exceptional focus on detail to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications

The Role

• Job Title: Site Manager
• Job Type: Freelance
• Project: 20m New Build Medical Development
• Location: South London
• Duration: 6 months minimum
• Reporting to: Project Manager

Duties

• Inductions
• Tool box talks
• Oversee subcontractors
• Liaise with stakeholders and sub-contractors
• Coordinate tasks among various construction phases
• Handle any arising issues or conflicts throughout the project duration
• Keep track of project expenditures, remaining within budget constraints
• Oversee workmanship and materials to verify they align with project standards
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and policies during all work operations
• Report and work closely with Project Manager and visiting Contracts Manager
• Communicate regularly and effectively maintaining strong relationships with clients
• Recognise possible threats to the project, implementing strategies to address them
• Monitor resources, such as equipment and materials, ensuring they are used efficiently
• Coordinate across multiple trades to uphold a smooth workflow and achieve timely completion
• Manage daily site activities, overseeing the supervision of workers, sub-contractors and suppliers
• Managing resources such as materials, equipment, and labor to ensure they are used efficiently and effectively
• Keeping accurate records of all aspects of the project, including contracts, permits, change orders, and correspondence
• Organize and supervise inspections conducted by regulatory authorities, ensuring necessary corrections or adjustments are promptly addressed

This is a long-term position with a competitive rate on offer for the successful candidate. For more information or to apply please contact James Shorte – Associate Director or Thomas Robertshaw – Resourcer at Caval on (phone number removed)