Fit Out Site Manager
Location: Brighton, East Sussex
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
We are seeking an experienced and driven Fit Out Site Manager to join a leading construction and interiors contractor delivering high-quality commercial fit-out projects across Brighton and the South East.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on Site Manager with a strong background in interior fit-out and refurbishment projects to take ownership of site operations, lead project teams, and ensure successful project delivery from inception through to handover.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day‑to‑day operations of fit‑out projects, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
- Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, site teams, and suppliers to achieve programme milestones.
- Work closely with Project Managers and Contracts Managers to monitor project progress and resolve any issues affecting delivery.
- Develop and manage short‑term programmes, logistics plans, and site activities.
- Conduct regular toolbox talks, safety briefings, and site inspections.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, company policies, and industry standards.
- Fulfil Temporary Works Coordinator responsibilities where required.
- Manage material procurement, deliveries, and site logistics to support programme requirements.
- Monitor workmanship and quality standards throughout all phases of the project.
- Chair site meetings and maintain accurate project records and reporting.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
- Drive a positive site culture focused on safety, quality, and performance.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Minimum 5 years' experience as a Site Manager within construction or commercial fit‑out (ideally hotels)
- Proven experience delivering fit‑out, refurbishment, or interior construction projects.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary site teams and subcontractors.
- Excellent organisational and problem‑solving abilities.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and project management systems.
Essential Qualifications
- SMSTS
- CSCS Card
- First Aid at Work
- HNC/HND, BTEC or equivalent construction‑related qualification
- Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable Qualifications
- CIOB Membership or Accreditation
- Project Management Qualification
- Temporary Works Coordinator Training
- Mental Health First Aid Qualification
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary package
- Enhanced pension of 3% employee contributions and 5% employer.
- Employers for Childcare Scheme (pre‑enrolment required)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Medicash Cash Plan
- 33 Days Annual Leave
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Opportunity to work on prestigious commercial fit‑out projects
- Long‑term career progression within a growing and successful business
