Location: Greater Manchester (primarily within M60)
🕘 Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm (flexible working available)
📅 Contract: 6 Months (ASAP start) → Strong Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
💷 Competitive Rate (DOE)
We are currently recruiting for a Site Manager / Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of minor works projects across council-owned properties in Greater Manchester.
This role is ideal for someone looking to step up into site or project management, offering hands-on experience across live sites within a public-sector FM environment, with clear progression into a permanent role.
The Role
You will support the delivery of multiple small-scale refurbishment and maintenance projects (up to £70k), including bathroom refurbishments, electrical upgrades, and general building works across operational buildings such as community centres, museums, and public facilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the day-to-day running of multiple sites across Greater Manchester
* Supervise subcontractors and ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to standard
* Assist in delivering refurbishment and minor works projects (up to £70k)
* Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and maintain H&S documentation
* Monitor progress and report updates to senior management
* Ensure compliance with client specifications and council standards
* Liaise with building users and stakeholders to minimise disruption
* Assist with site logistics, materials coordination, and organisation
Requirements
* CSCS Card (any level considered)
* SMSTS
* 3-Day First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
* Some site-based experience (construction, FM, maintenance, or refurbishment)
* Trade background or understanding of building trades (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, electrical)
* Basic IT skills (emails, reporting systems)
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites
What You’ll Get
* Strong opportunity to move into a permanent role
* Hands-on experience across multiple live projects
* Exposure to public-sector and FM project delivery
* Training, mentoring, and career development
* Supportive team environment with real progression opportunities
Desirable
* Experience working on council or public-sector buildings
* Interest in progressing to NVQ Level 5 (or higher) in Construction/Project Management
* Organised and proactive approach with ability to manage multiple small projects