Site Manager

Company: Clarkson Owens Recruitment Limited
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Location: Kilmarnock
Job Description:

Job Description

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SITE MANAGER – FIT-OUT & REFURBISHMENT

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Location: Kilmarnock

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Sector: Commercial / Banking Fit-Out & Refurbishment

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Employment: FREELANCE

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Duration: 12+weeks

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The Role

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An established UK construction and fit-out contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to oversee the delivery of a commercial refurbishment project in Kilmarnock.

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The project forms part of an ongoing programme of high-street banking refurbishment and fit-out works, requiring a Site Manager with strong experience of delivering fast-paced commercial interiors and refurbishment projects to demanding programmes and quality standards.

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The successful candidate will take day-to-day responsibility for the site, coordinating subcontractors and specialist trades while ensuring the project is delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Take full day-to-day responsibility for the management of the site.
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  • Manage and coordinate subcontractors, specialist trades, suppliers and site activities.
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  • Deliver works in accordance with the agreed construction programme.
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  • Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications and client quality standards.
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  • Coordinate strip-out, refurbishment, internal finishes and fit-out packages.
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  • Manage site logistics, deliveries and access.
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  • Maintain high standards of health & safety throughout the project.
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  • Carry out inductions, toolbox talks and site briefings.
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  • Maintain accurate site records, diaries and progress reports.
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  • Monitor subcontractor performance and quality of workmanship.
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  • Liaise with the Project Manager, client representatives, consultants and wider project team.
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  • Identify potential programme issues and implement practical solutions.
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  • Manage snagging, defects and close-out through to successful handover.
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  • Maintain a professional site environment, particularly where works interface with operational or public-facing areas.
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Candidate Requirements

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  • Proven experience as a Site Manager within the construction industry.
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  • Strong background in commercial fit-out and refurbishment.
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  • Previous experience delivering retail, banking, office or other fast-track commercial interiors projects would be highly advantageous.
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  • Experience managing multiple subcontractors and specialist trades.
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  • Strong understanding of fit-out sequencing and finishing trades.
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  • Excellent organisational and programme-management skills.
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  • Strong client-facing and communication skills.
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  • Good knowledge of construction health & safety requirements.
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  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
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  • SMSTS.
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  • CSCS.
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  • First Aid certification.
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The Opportunity

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This is an opportunity to join an established contractor delivering a significant programme of commercial refurbishment and fit-out projects throughout the UK.

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The role would particularly suit a Site Manager with a strong fast-track fit-out/refurbishment background who is comfortable taking ownership of projects and delivering to demanding client standards.

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Posted: September 17th, 2026