Job Description
Job Title: Lead Site Manager – £2M Healthcare Refurbishment\nLocation: Reading, UK\nDay Rate: £275 - £300\nStart Date: Immediate / ASAP\n\nAbout the Role:\nWe are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a fast-paced £2M healthcare refurbishment project in Reading. This is a critical, live-environment project requiring a hands-on manager with a sharp eye for detail, strong leadership, and a solid background in healthcare or similarly complex refurbishments.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * Lead day-to-day site operations and manage all site activities\n\n * Liaise with the project team, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery\n\n * Ensure all works are carried out in line with programme, quality, health & safety, and budget\n\n * Coordinate logistics and manage site resources effectively\n\n * Maintain regular communication with the client and ensure minimal disruption to ongoing healthcare services\n\n * Report progress and issues to the visiting contracts manager.\n\nRequirements:\n\n * Proven experience as a Site Manager on refurbishment projects (ideally in healthcare or similar live environments)\n\n * Strong knowledge of construction methods, H&S regulations, and CDM requirements\n\n * SMSTS, CSCS (Black or Gold), and First Aid certifications\n\n * Excellent organisational, problem-solving, and leadership skills\n\n * Ability to manage programmes, trades, and client expectations under pressure\n\n * Experience working with main contractors on projects as a number 1 in the £1m–£5m range\n\nFor more information please apply within or contact Aaron Billett at CSC Recruitment