Site Manager

Main Contractor

Location: Ilford

Day rate: £230 - £250 / day

Start: Mid July 2026

The Opportunity:

An established and growing construction business is seeking an experienced Site Manager to join its operational team and oversee the successful delivery of a range of school refurbishment and education-sector projects.

Working across a portfolio of live educational environments, including classroom refurbishments, staff room upgrades, reception area renovations, welfare facilities, specialist teaching spaces, and general school improvement works, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity to join a contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to employee development.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the day-to-day running of school refurbishment projects from inception through to completion.
Lead site teams and coordinate subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption to school operations.
Plan and manage works within live educational environments, maintaining a safe and secure site at all times.
Monitor programme performance and proactively address any issues impacting project delivery.
Maintain high standards of quality throughout all stages of refurbishment and fit-out works.
Ensure compliance with all current health and safety legislation, safeguarding requirements, company procedures, and industry regulations.
Coordinate material deliveries, plant requirements, and site logistics within constrained and operational school settings.
Liaise with school representatives, consultants, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to ensure effective communication and project progression.
Manage inspections, snagging processes, and quality control procedures through to successful handover.
Support the commercial and project management teams in achieving successful project outcomes.
Ensure all project documentation, permits, and site records are maintained accurately and efficiently.
Experience:

Previous experience working as a Site Manager within a main contractor environment.
Proven track record delivering refurbishment, fit-out, or construction projects within live educational, public sector, or occupied environments.
Experience managing school refurbishment projects, including classrooms, staff rooms, reception areas, toilets, teaching spaces, and associated facilities.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
Sound understanding of refurbishment methodologies, programming, and site logistics.
Good knowledge of current health and safety legislation and best practice.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain positive working relationships within occupied school environments.
Qualifications:

Essential

SMSTS
CSCS Card

First Aid at Work
Enhanced DBS Check (or willingness to obtain)
What's on Offer:

Opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of school refurbishment and education-sector projects.
Join a stable and growing contractor with a strong reputation in the market.
Excellent career progression opportunities.
Supportive and collaborative working environment.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Interested?

Contact Zach Grandy-Smith on (phone number removed) or email for a confidential discussion.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation