Site Manager

Overview

We are seeking a motivated Site Manager / Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of a portfolio of minor refurbishment and construction works across council-owned properties in Greater Manchester.

This opportunity is well suited to someone who is early in their construction management career and keen to build hands-on experience managing live sites within a public-sector FM environment. You will work closely with an experienced FM and project team, gaining exposure to council processes, compliance requirements, and multi-site project delivery.

Projects typically include bathroom refurbishments, electrical upgrades, and general building works across operational public buildings such as Sure Start Centres, museums, and community facilities. This role offers a strong pathway into a permanent position, with training, mentoring, and progression as you develop within the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day management of multiple live sites across the Greater Manchester area.
• Supervise small teams of subcontractors and operatives, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, and to the required quality.
• Assist in overseeing minor refurbishment works including bathrooms, electrical upgrades, and general building works (typically up to £70k).
• Carry out site inductions, toolbox talks, and help maintain site H&S documentation in line with company and council requirements.
• Monitor site progress and report updates to senior site or project management staff.
• Ensure works comply with client specifications, council standards, and industry regulations.
• Liaise with building users, clients, and internal teams to help minimise disruption within operational buildings.
• Assist with site logistics, basic materials coordination, and general site organisation.
• Build positive working relationships with subcontractors, colleagues, and external stakeholders.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• CSCS Card (any level considered).
• SMSTS
• 3‑day First Aid at Work (or willingness to complete).
• Some site-based experience within construction, refurbishment, maintenance, or FM environments.
• Background in a trade (or understanding of trade-based works such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, or building maintenance).
• Good awareness of health & safety requirements on construction sites.
• Basic IT skills for reporting, emails, and job tracking systems.
• Full UK driving licence and confidence travelling between multiple sites.

Desirable (Not Essential)

• Studying or keen to study an NVQ Level 5 or above in Construction/Site or Project Management.
• Previous experience working on council or public-sector buildings.
• Experience within an FM or maintenance-led environment.
• Organised and proactive approach with the ability to manage several small works packages simultaneously.
• Willingness to learn and grow into increased responsibility over time.

Contract Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 6 months temporary (with strong potential to become permanent)
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00-16:00 (flexibility available)
• Travel: Multi-site role across Greater Manchester

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.