Site Manager

Northampton Source: WhatJobs
£65,000–£101,000

Site Manager - 10 -Month Contract

Factory Expansion and Fit out | Live Manufacturing Environment

Lead a high profile factory expansion and fit out project

We are recruiting an experienced Site Manager for a 10 month contract delivering a factory expansion and fit out project to an operational food factory. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a technically demanding project where construction, food production continuity, safety and hygiene must work seamlessly together.

Take Control of Delivery

  • Lead day-to-day site delivery from mobilisation through construction, commissioning and handover.
  • Coordinate subcontractors, labour, plant, materials, logistics and temporary works against the agreed programme.
  • Manage works within and adjacent to a live facility while protecting production, personnel and product integrity.
  • Maintain rigorous health, safety and environmental standards through inductions, briefings, RAMS reviews, permits and inspections.
  • Act as the key site contact for the client, design team, project manager, commercial team and factory stakeholders.
  • Monitor progress, identify risks early and implement practical recovery plans where required.
  • Oversee quality inspections, records, snagging and close-out to achieve a right-first-time handover.
  • Coordinate building, structural, mechanical, electrical and process-work interfaces.
  • Control access, deliveries, segregation, housekeeping and welfare in a hygiene-critical environment.
  • Lead site meetings and provide clear updates on safety, quality, programme and resources.

Make an Immediate Impact

  • Proven experience as a Site Manager on industrial or manufacturing projects.
  • Experience in a live operational setting; food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical or another hygiene-controlled environment is highly desirable.
  • Strong knowledge of construction sequencing, subcontractor management, site logistics and programme control.
  • A sound working knowledge of health and safety legislation, quality assurance and environmental requirements.
  • The confidence to manage multiple interfaces and communicate effectively with clients, factory teams and site operatives.
  • A decisive, organised and solutions focused approach, supported by strong commercial awareness and accurate record keeping.

Essential Credentials

  • SMSTS.
  • CSCS card appropriate to the role.
  • First Aid at Work.
  • A relevant construction management qualification or trade background is preferred.
  • Temporary Works Coordinator, lifting, fire marshal or similar site qualifications would be advantageous.

Why Take This Contract?

  • Ten month contract with clear ownership of a technically interesting project.
  • Key leadership position within an established project team and specialist supply chain.
  • Competitive day rate, dependent on experience.
  • Opportunity to strengthen your track record in live food manufacturing construction.

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