Site Managaer – Finishing / Internals NEW

City, Manchester
Calibre Search

Site Manager – Internals

We’re looking for a proactive and hands-on Site Manager to take ownership of the internal finishings of a major Student Accommodation New Build project based in Manchester

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors to plan and deliver projects effectively
• Ensure all project requirements, specifications, drawings, and HSEQ procedures are fully understood and implemented
• Develop and manage short-term programmes, ensuring works are delivered in line with schedule
• Lead daily briefings with site teams to coordinate works, logistics, and resolve issues
• Oversee day-to-day site operations, including setup of site facilities and logistics
• Maintain a safe, secure site with controlled access/egress in line with HSEQ standards
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing regular progress updates
• Manage site operatives and subcontractors, including chairing weekly coordination meetings
• Support and mentor junior site staff, contributing to their ongoing development
• Monitor quality of works, ensuring issues are identified early and resolved efficiently
• Chair site meetings, manage inductions, and maintain clear communication across the project team
• Attend H&S meetings and ensure the SHEQ plan is regularly reviewed and updated
• Control site costs and expenditure in line with agreed budgets
• Drive the use of company systems, technologies, and processes across the project
• Carry out regular site inspections, addressing and closing out any issues raised
• Uphold company standards and reputation through safe and efficient site management

Project & Technical Oversight

• Coordinate closely with the design team, ensuring timely release of information
• Take ownership of site safety for workforce, visitors, and the public, implementing preventative measures
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including as-built drawings, RFIs, CVIs, and associated records
• Work closely with senior leadership to ensure QA processes, approvals, and the “golden thread” of information are maintained via project systems
• Oversee completion and quality of key site records including Toolbox Talks, Inductions, Weekly Reports, Safety Inspections, and Risk Assessments

Requirements
Proven site management experience, ideally including similar Student Accommodation
Experienced in completion of internal finishing
SMSTS and CSCS (Management Level)
First Aid qualification
Ability to read and interpret drawings and technical specifications
Temporary Works Coordinator (preferred)

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.