Site Manager

Site Manager - M&E / Fire Alarm Systems - Nights

Daniel Owen are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager with a strong M&E background to oversee a major fire alarm upgrade programme across a university campus.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the safe and efficient delivery of works taking place predominantly during night shifts, ensuring minimal disruption to the university's day-to-day operations. The role will involve coordinating specialist M&E contractors and subcontractors while maintaining high standards of health and safety, quality and programme delivery.

Position: Site Manager

Location: Birmingham City Centre

Night rate: 350.00 per night (Negotiable)

Contract Type : Freelance

Start date: Last week of October - Christmas

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and supervise night-time M&E works across an operational university campus.
• Oversee the installation and upgrade of fire alarm and associated life-safety systems.
• Coordinate specialist M&E subcontractors, engineers and site operatives.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, RAMS and programme requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections and monitor quality of installation.
• Manage permits, access arrangements and safe systems of work.
• Liaise with the project management team, client representatives and university stakeholders.
• Ensure all works comply with relevant health & safety legislation and project procedures.
• Monitor progress against programme and provide regular updates to the Project Manager.
• Manage defects, snagging and handover requirements.
• Ensure the site is left safe, secure and ready for normal university operations each morning.

Requirements:

• SMSTS
• CSCS
• First Aid
• Proven experience working as a Site Manager within an M&E environment.
• Strong understanding of fire alarm systems, electrical installations or life-safety systems.
• Previous experience managing works within a live/operational environment is highly desirable.
• Experience working on universities, hospitals, schools or other occupied/public-sector environments would be advantageous.
• Comfortable managing subcontractors and specialist M&E trades.
• Strong understanding of RAMS, permits and site health & safety.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work night shifts consistently throughout the project.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in working for this established company, please apply with your updated CV.

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