Lead Site Manager – New Build Steel Frame Fast Food Restaurant
Location: Retail Park Near Grays/Thurrock Essex
Duration: 22 Weeks
Scope: Shell & Core Civils (No Fit-Out)
Start Date: 12th January
We are seeking an experienced Lead Site Manager to run a new-build, steel-frame fast-food restaurant project within a live retail park. The role covers civils, groundworks, drainage, steel erection, cladding, roofing, and externals, with a strong emphasis on Health & Safety compliance.
Experience in the Logistics and Warehouse or industrial sector building steel frame sheds/buildings is ideal for this role.
Key Responsibilities for the Lead Site Manager
1. Manage all on-site operations and subcontractors
2. Maintain exceptional Health & Safety standards and site documentation
3. Coordinate materials, logistics, and programme delivery
4. Oversee quality control and ensure works meet design/spec
5. Chair site meetings and provide daily/weekly updates
6. Report directly to the Contracts Manager
Requirements from the Lead Site Manager
7. Proven experience managing new build steel frame projects is essential to the time-frame
8. Strong civils and shell-and-core background
9. SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold/White), and First Aid
10. Confident leadership and communication skills
11. Strong H&S and Assisting with evolving the program
Remuneration for the Lead Site Manager are negotiable day rates and paid via CIS Umbrella