Site Manager|Main Contractor|Central London

Site Manager – Main Contractor – Central London About the Client Our client is a leading specialist contractor operating across construction, landscaping, and public realm projects throughout the UK. They are recognised for delivering high-quality schemes as a main contractor, with a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and collaborative project delivery. About the Role As Site Manager, you will report directly to the Project Manager on larger projects and to a visiting Contracts Manager on smaller schemes. You will be responsible for delivering a high-quality project while maintaining best practice across all health, safety, environmental, and quality standards. The role includes full ownership of the day-to-day management of site operations, driving production, and effectively coordinating site labour and plant resources. Responsibilities * Develop an understanding of the design and procurement process. * Lead the delivery of high-quality workmanship, achieving right-first-time results. * Monitor and manage progress against the construction programme. * Chair weekly internal site meetings and coordinate actions with the wider project team. * Monitor site labour, plant, and material requirements against the programme and agreed allowances, liaising with the Project Manager / Contracts Manager as required. * Complete, manage, and maintain all site HSEQ documentation, including daily briefings, task briefings (TBT), LOLER, PUWER, and site inspections * Prepare and implement Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring works are carried out safely and in accordance with them * Manage all site resources, including direct labour and subcontractors * Implement Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) to ensure quality standards are consistently achieved * Drive and manage day-to-day site production to meet programme and quality targets * Manage and coordinate the engineering team and Site Supervisors * Carry out site inductions in line with company procedures * Issue and control permit to work * Call off and manage materials in line with programme requirements * Maintain accurate and up-to-date site records, including site diaries and photographs * Assist with the preparation of Operation & Maintenance (O&M) documentation Requirements Qualifications & Technical Skills * SMSTS * CSCS * NVQ Level 6 * 3 day first aid * SEATS, NRSWA and Asbestos awareness * Temporary Works Co-ordinator Skills & Attributes * Working as ‘one team’ across multiple functions to deliver exceptional results for our clients * Strong people engagement and management skills * Ability to manager multiple tasks under tight deadlines * Good communication abilities Experience * Proven technical, management and organisational abilities * Knowledge of the requirements and implementation of CDM regulations * Ability to produce Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets and implement safe systems of work * Detailed knowledge of health, safety, quality and environmental issues relevant to the project environment