️ Job Title: Site Manager – University Fit-Out Projects Location: Hampshire Sector: Education | Commercial Interiors | Fit-Out Contract Type: Permanent / Freelance (depending on client preference) Salary: £270 - £350 Key Responsibilities Project Management Lead toolbox talks, site inductions, and daily briefings. No waffle. All action. Prepare, implement, and maintain short-term and master programmes using MS Project or Asta. Coordinate subcontractors and direct labour—everyone knows where to be and what to do. Proactively manage health & safety on site, with RAMS, site inspections, and zero-tolerance on sloppy PPE etiquette. Commercial & Contractual Awareness Work closely with the Quantity Surveyor and Commercial team to flag variations, value engineering opportunities, and keep that margin healthy. Attend and chair site meetings with clients, PMs, consultants, and internal teams. Record all site progress, issues, and changes via daily logs and weekly reporting. Ensure snagging, QA inspections, and handover packs are not just completed—but immaculate. Stakeholder & Client Management Build a positive, professional working relationship with university facilities teams and external consultants. Plan and communicate any works that may affect student experience—night works, noise barriers, etc. Be the calm in a storm during challenging or reactive situations (e.g. surprise asbestos finds, academic exams in adjacent buildings). Key Skills & Experience Must-Haves: Proven experience managing fit-out/refurb projects within the education sector (university environment preferred). SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), and First Aid – non-negotiable. Strong understanding of M&E coordination during fit-outs. Excellent programming, sequencing, and logistics planning skills. Familiarity with working in live environments and listed buildings.Nice-to-Haves: Experience managing summer works, term-restricted refurbishments, or science block refits. Asbestos Awareness & Fire Marshal training. Degree/HNC in Construction Management or related discipline Personality Traits We Love Composed, collaborative, and communicative. Detail-obsessed but knows when to be pragmatic. Can motivate subcontractors with a look, a word, or just the smell of coffee. Comfortable managing multiple trades and stakeholders while smiling through chaos