Site Manager

Site Manager | Distribution Centre Installation Project Environment Location: Crewe, UK | Job Type: Contract - 20 weeks Overview We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a large-scale distribution centre installation project in Crewe. The role will involve managing a complex site with 20–30 principal contractors, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery across all phases of installation and commissioning. This is a hands-on leadership role within a fast-paced warehouse automation environment, covering conveyor systems, AS/RS solutions, and high bay racking installations. Key Responsibilities * Lead day-to-day site operations across a multi-contractor environment (20–30 principal contractors) * Manage and coordinate installation and commissioning activities across warehouse automation systems * Oversee safe delivery of conveyor systems, conveyor belts, AS/RS solutions, and high bay racking installations * Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards at all times * Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and ongoing safety management * Liaise with project managers, stakeholders, and subcontractor teams to ensure smooth delivery * Monitor programme progress, manage sequencing of works, and report on milestones, risks, and issues * Maintain high standards of quality control throughout installation and commissioning phases Requirements * Proven experience as a Site Manager within distribution centre or warehouse installation environments * Strong background working on conveyor systems and/or conveyor belt installations * Experience with AS/RS (Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems) * Experience with high bay racking systems * NEBOSH qualification (essential) * Valid CSCS Black or Gold Management Card (essential) * First Aid certification (in date and valid) * Strong understanding of site safety management in live installation environments * Experience managing multiple subcontractors or principal contractors on large-scale sites Nice to Have * Experience with AutoStore systems or similar goods-to-person automation solutions * Background in warehouse automation, intralogistics, or material handling systems * Experience in fast-moving commissioning environments Ideal Candidate * Background as an installation or commissioning professional who has progressed into a Site Manager role * Confident managing complex, multi-contractor sites with strong leadership presence * Highly organised, proactive, and safety-focused * Strong communicator with the ability to coordinate across multiple technical disciplines Contract Details * Duration:20 weeks * Location: Crewe, UK * Start: Immediate or short notice preferred