Site Manager

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Site Manager - High-End Residential Refurbishment

Location: London

Project Value: £2.5 million

Programme: 36 weeks (second fix stage)

Reporting to: Project Manager

Start Stage: First fix complete - moving into second fix
About the Role

An experienced Site Manager is required to deliver a high-end residential refurbishment of a 2½-floor luxury apartment in London, valued at £2.5 million. The project has successfully completed first fix and is now entering an intensive second fix phase with a 36-week programme.

You will be the No.1 on site, taking full responsibility for daily site operations, quality, programme and health & safety, while reporting directly into the Project Manager.

This role suits a hands-on Site Manager with strong experience in high-spec residential fit-out and refurbishment.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full control of day-to-day site operations as No.1 Site Manager
• Deliver the second fix and final completion phases to programme and budget
• Manage all subcontractors, trades and site logistics
• Maintain exceptional quality standards in line with high-end residential finishes
• Coordinate deliveries, sequencing and programme activities
• Ensure strict health & safety compliance at all times
• Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks and site inspections
• Liaise closely with the Project Manager, designers and consultants
• Track progress, resolve site issues and maintain programme momentum
• Oversee snagging, commissioning and handover

Requirements

• Proven experience as Site Manager on high-end residential refurbishment or fit-out projects
• Strong background delivering second fix and finishing stages
• Experience managing complex, high-value apartments or prime residential schemes
• Excellent subcontractor coordination and site leadership skills
• High attention to detail and quality control
• Strong health & safety management
• Ability to run site independently as No.1
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certifications

Desirable

• Experience working in occupied or high-spec residential environments
• Strong knowledge of bespoke joinery, luxury finishes and services coordination

What's on Offer

• Flagship £2.5m prime residential refurbishment project
• Clear leadership role with autonomy on site
• Long programme with stable workload (36 weeks)
• Opportunity to work with a high-quality residential contractor
• Competitive salary or day rate (depending on engagement type)