Freelance Site Manager - Lincolnshire

Project: -3m - Internal fit out of specialist food production facility
Location: Lincolnshire, East Midlands
Duration: 4 months
Job Type: Freelance / Contract

About the Company

Our client is a trusted specialist design and construction company with over a decade of experience in providing comprehensive turnkey solutions for internal fit-outs and facility expansions. Their expertise primarily serves the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical manufacturing sectors across the UK. The company delivers a wide array of services, including mechanical and electrical systems, civil engineering and drainage works, hygienic walling and resin flooring installations, as well as temperature-controlled cold storage solutions. Supported by a skilled and knowledgeable team, they combine industry insight with hands-on experience to guarantee that every project is executed safely, within the agreed timeline, and to the highest standards of quality and regulatory compliance.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Site Manager to join the team on the internal fit-out of a specialist food production facility based in Lincolnshire. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing all on-site operations, managing subcontractors and ensuring that all work is executed safely, within schedule and to the highest quality standards. You will provide strong leadership, ensuring strict adherence to health, safety, and quality regulations. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with the site team to facilitate smooth project delivery while maintaining compliance with all relevant statutory and company requirements.

What We''re Looking For

Qualifications:

• IPAF
• SMSTS
• CSCS Card
• First Aid at Work

Experience:

• A proven track-record of successfully delivering fit out and refurbishment projects within the industrial/commercial sector
• Extensive background within the industry with at least 5 years of experience working with leading construction contractors

Key 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

Key Responsibilities

• Inductions
• Tool box talks
• Distribute PPE to subcontractors
• Liaise with stakeholders and sub-contractors
• Coordinate tasks among various construction phases
• Handle any arising issues or conflicts throughout the project duration
• Oversee workmanship and materials to verify they align with project standards
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and policies during all work operations
• Communicate regularly and effectively maintaining strong relationships with clients
• Recognise possible threats to the project, implementing strategies to address them
• Oversee subcontractor onboarding and administer work permits via the Index platform
• Monitor resources, such as equipment and materials, ensuring they are used efficiently
• Adhere to and manage project timelines through the Procore project management system
• 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
• Perform unloading operations with a counterbalance forklift, ensuring efficient and safe material handling
• 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
• Organise and supervise inspections conducted by regulatory authorities, ensuring necessary corrections or adjustments are promptly addressed
• Monitor subcontractor performance, ensuring all tasks are executed correctly and in accordance with health and safety regulations

Why Join?

• Family-owned business with a supportive and collaborative culture
• Client-focused environment that values integrity, teamwork, and innovation
• Great opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that impact the food manufacturing industry

Contact Details:

Contact: Ollie Foley (Recruitment Consultant) at Caval - (phone number removed)

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