Working Site Manager

Candidate required: Working Site Manager
Job Type: Permanent
Start date: Immediate
Industry: Construction Professionals
Location: Bournemouth
Salary & package dependant on experience: £DOE

The role & about the client:

ITS Building People are recruiting on behalf of a successful and well-established contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality commercial construction projects. This contractor specialises in commercial builds and fit-out schemes, partnering with private clients, developers, and public sector bodies. They are now seeking an experienced and hands-on Working Site Manager to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong trade background and site management experience, playing a key role in overseeing day-to-day site operations while remaining hands-on where required.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage all on-site operations, taking full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the project
• Carry out hands-on work as required, setting the standard for quality and workmanship
• Oversee subcontractors and labour, ensuring works are delivered to programme
• Ensure works are carried out safely and in compliance with health & safety regulations
• Monitor and maintain quality standards, snagging and resolving issues as they arise
• Coordinate deliveries, plant, and site logistics
• Liaise with the project manager, design team, and client on progress and any issues
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and regular safety briefings
• Manage site documentation, including RAMS, permits, and daily/weekly reports
• Chair and attend site meetings, reporting progress against programme
• Ensure site is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and organisation

The ideal candidate will have/be:

• Significant previous experience in a Site Manager or Working Site Manager role
• Strong trade background (e.g. carpentry, groundworks, or general building)
• Strong background in commercial construction (new-build, fit-out, or refurbishment)
• Excellent understanding of health & safety legislation and best practice
• SMSTS and CSCS card (essential)
• First Aid at Work certificate (desirable)
• Confident reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, and programmes
• Strong leadership and communication skills, able to manage subcontractors and site teams
• Highly organised, methodical, and able to manage multiple work fronts simultaneously
• A full UK driving licence (essential)

How to apply:

Please send an up-to-date CV in strict confidence.

Equal Opportunities:

The ITS Group is committed to promoting equal opportunities in employment. You and any job applicants will receive equal treatment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We welcome all applicants and are committed to an inclusive environment for all.

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