Site Manager - Commercial and Residential Refurb

My client, a company based in Manchester specialising in commercial refurbishment and maintenance, is currently seeking a Site Manager representative to join their team.
Supported by our HSEQ team, Contracts Managers, and site operatives, you will be the primary on-site authority for health and safety matters and Principal Contractor duties in accordance with CDM regulations. Your responsibilities will include coordinating and overseeing construction activities on-site from start to finish.
As a Site Manager representative, your key duties will include:
* Managing day-to-day site logistics and coordinating trades.
* Developing and implementing safety documentation, issuing permits, information/hazard boards, and monitoring risk assessments/method statements.
* Supervising the performance of site operatives and subcontractors concerning health, safety, and environmental standards.
* Identifying training needs for site personnel.
* Ensuring full compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and legislation.
* Liaising with clients.
* Conducting site inductions.
* Chairing weekly coordination meetings with trades supervisors and management.
* Procuring health & safety-related materials using computer-based systems.
Skills and qualifications required:
* Excellent understanding of Principal Contractor duties under CDM regulations.
* Strong focus on health, safety, and environmental management.
* Effective leadership and communication skills.
* Proficiency in IT tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
* Experience in building envelope construction and temporary works systems like scaffolds and propping.
* Proficiency in record-keeping, diaries, and timesheets.
* Ability to organize resources and prioritize tasks effectively.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Capacity to work collaboratively in a team environment with various stakeholders.
* Possession of a full driving license.
Preferred qualifications include:
* Qualification in Construction Management/NVQ level 6.
* CSCS black card.
* CITB Site Managers Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS).
* NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate/IOSH Managing Safety certificate.
* First Aid certification.
* Understanding of the requirements of BS5975:2008 regarding procedural control of Temporary Works.
* Temporary Works Coordinator certification.
* Working knowledge of Principal Contractor/Contractor quality management procedures