Freelance Site Manager (No.1)

Project Overview:

My client is seeking an experienced and driven No.1 Site Manager to lead the on-site delivery of a high-end -5.5 million leisure/hospitality fit-out in Central London. The scheme involves the full internal fit-out of a leisure facility, including associated MEP-heavy installations. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in delivering complex, design-led fit-out projects within a live or logistically constrained urban environment.

Key Responsibilities:



Site Management & Leadership

• Act as the lead on-site manager, responsible for the overall day-to-day operations on site.

• Lead site inductions, toolbox talks, daily briefings, and ensure all staff and subcontractors are working safely and efficiently.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.

Programme & Delivery

• Coordinate and monitor the construction programme, ensuring key milestones are met in line with the 60-week delivery plan.

• Manage sequencing of trades, logistics, and resource planning.

• Proactively identify and mitigate programme risks and delays.

Health, Safety, and Environment

• Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations, RAMS, and CDM requirements.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and secure site environment.

• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and reporting in line with company policies.

Quality Control

• Manage quality standards on-site, ensuring work is completed to specification, design intent, and in accordance with project drawings.

• Coordinate inspections with consultants and client team.

• Maintain and update site QA records, checklists, and defect logs.

Coordination & Communication

• Liaise with the client team, consultants, and internal stakeholders to provide regular updates and resolve issues.

• Chair and minute subcontractor coordination meetings.

• Interface with design team on site-related design queries (RFI process).

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain detailed site records including daily diaries, site reports, and H&S documentation.

• Provide weekly progress reports to the Contracts Manager or Project Director.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience as a No.1 Site Manager delivering high-value fit-out projects (-3m+), preferably in the leisure, hospitality, or commercial sectors.

• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, subcontractor management, and programme tracking.

• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid (essential).

• Experience managing M&E coordination and commissioning processes.

• Ability to read and interpret complex drawings and specifications.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

• Self-motivated, organised, and able to work under pressure.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience managing basement and/or multi-level fit-out schemes.

• Familiarity with digital tools such as Aconex, Procore, Field View, or similar platforms.

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