Site Manager

Site Manager / Engineer

South Shields
£280 - £300 per day
07:30 - 16:30
25-Week Contract
Start Date: January 2027 (Potential December Start Available)

Site Manager / Engineer Required for Major Industrial Construction Project

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Site Manager / Engineer to join a £1.5m industrial construction project in South Shields.

We're looking for a hands-on construction professional with experience delivering industrial buildings, steel-frame structures, groundworks and concrete works. This role will oversee the successful delivery of a new industrial steel-frame shed, associated steel cladding and concrete yard installation.

This is a key site-based position responsible for coordinating works, ensuring safe delivery and managing construction activities from start to finish.

The Project

• £1.5m Industrial Construction Project
• Groundworks and site preparation
• Industrial steel-frame building construction
• Steel erection and cladding installation
• Concrete yard construction
• Approximately 10 operatives on site
• Specialist subcontractor-led project delivery

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations and construction sequencing
• Coordinate subcontractors, plant operators and specialist trades
• Oversee groundworks, steel erection, cladding and concrete installation works
• Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme
• Manage RAMS, permits and site documentation
• Coordinate lifting operations and temporary works activities
• Conduct site inspections and monitor quality standards
• Ensure smooth handovers between trades and project phases
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and compliance
• Liaise with project stakeholders and report on progress

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience delivering industrial or steel-frame construction projects
• Strong understanding of groundworks and concrete works
• Experience managing steel erection and cladding packages
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors and plant operations
• Strong knowledge of construction sequencing and programme management
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and site management
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Essential Qualifications

• Black CSCS Manager Card
• SMSTS
• First Aid at Work
• Temporary Works Awareness
• Fire Safety Awareness
• Asbestos Awareness

What's On Offer?

• £280 - £300 per day
• 25-week contract
• Potential for an early December start
• Opportunity to work on a £1.5m industrial development
• Long-term contract with a busy contractor
• Interesting project involving steel frame, cladding and concrete works