Site Manager - Office Fit Out

Freelance Site Manager - MOJ Office Fit-Out Location: Reading, Berkshire Contract: Freelance Duration: Approximately 9 months Start: End of September Project: MOJ office fit-out A multi award-winning main contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Site Manager for a nine-month office fit-out project for the Ministry of Justice in Reading. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the site, ensuring the project is delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and to the required quality standards. Key Responsibilities * Managing daily site operations from commencement through to completion * Coordinating subcontractors, trades, deliveries and site logistics * Monitoring the construction programme and driving works to agreed deadlines * Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance * Carrying out site inductions, toolbox talks and daily briefings * Completing site inspections, quality checks and progress reports * Managing snagging, commissioning and handover activities * Chairing subcontractor and progress meetings * Liaising with the client, project team, consultants and supply chain * Maintaining accurate site records and project documentation * Ensuring work is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and relevant regulations * Managing operations appropriately within a secure MOJ working environment Essential Qualifications and Experience * Previous MOJ, Office fit out works would be an advantage * Valid SMSTS * Appropriate CSCS Management Card, ideally a Black Manager Card * Valid First Aid at Work * Proven experience delivering commercial office fit-out projects * Previous experience working for a main contractor * Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation and site procedures * Excellent subcontractor-management and programme-management skills * Strong leadership, communication and organisational abilities * Competent with site reporting and standard construction software * Ability to provide satisfactory references What’s on Offer? * Approximately nine months of secured freelance work * Competitive day rate * Opportunity to join a respected, multi award-winning main contractor * High-profile public-sector fit-out project * Potential for further freelance opportunities following successful delivery