Site Manager - Guildford

No.1 Site Manager

Location: Guildford, Surrey
Contract: 8 Months
Project Value: 15m
Sector: Commercial Office / Life Sciences Fit-Out
Start Date: ASAP
Rate: 275 - 300 per day

The Opportunity

We are currently looking for an experienced No.1 Site Manager to join an established project team delivering a 15m commercial office and life sciences fit-out project in Guildford.

Reporting directly into the Site-Based Project Manager, you will take a leading role in the day-to-day management of the site, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required programme and quality standards.

This is a hands-on site-based position. The successful candidate will need to be comfortable being actively involved in the day-to-day running of the project, working closely with subcontractors and the wider project team rather than operating purely from the site office.

Key Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the day-to-day management and coordination of site activities.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to drive the project programme and ensure key milestones are achieved.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, trades and site operatives.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance.
• Coordinate works across multiple trades and disciplines within a live commercial fit-out environment.
• Monitor progress on site and identify potential delays or issues before they impact the programme.
• Carry out regular site inspections and ensure works are completed to the required standard.
• Assist with sequencing, logistics and short-term programming of works.
• Liaise with subcontractors, consultants and the wider project team.
• Ensure RAMS, permits and site procedures are being followed correctly.
• Provide regular progress updates to the Site-Based Project Manager.
• Take a proactive, hands-on approach to resolving site issues and keeping works moving.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience working as a No.1 Site Manager on commercial fit-out projects.
• Strong experience within commercial offices, CAT A/CAT B fit-out or similar environments.
• Experience working on high-value projects, ideally 10m+.
• Experience within life sciences, laboratory, pharmaceutical, healthcare or technically complex environments would be highly advantageous.
• Strong subcontractor management and coordination experience.
• A practical, hands-on approach to site management.
• The confidence to take ownership of site activities and work closely with the Project Manager.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A strong understanding of health, safety, quality and programme requirements.

Essential Requirements

• SMSTS
• CSCS
• First Aid at Work
• Strong commercial fit-out experience.
• Proven experience managing subcontractors and site activities.
• Ability to start ASAP.