My client is looking to appoint a Site Manager for a project in the Northampton area on a long term freelance basis. The project is to start in February 2025 which is planned to be between 12 and 18 months in duration. My client is a main contractor who deliver projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence and industrial. This particular site is a large scale industrial project with new build, refurbishment, demolition and fit out elements The role will be a site based role, with critical responsibility for the management and success of the sections of the project, including client relations, health and safety, quality, environmental, programme and the cost/value of operations. Key Responsibilities • Providing leadership, and energy; • Ensuring the construction works run to strict programme; • Maintaining strict quality control procedures; • Lead regular site meetings with all interested parties; • Conducting regular site safety checks; • Being proactive in the identification and resolution of problems; • Maintaining effective long term relationships with the customer and their representatives/advisors; • Being proactive in the identification and resolution of problems; • Reviewing methods of working, alternative materials etc. in order to maximise commercial profitability; • Seeking and developing ongoing continuous improvement; • Implementing and maintaining the Company's Policies for Sustainability, Health and Safety, Quality, Environmental, Training and Development etc. and acting as an exemplar of the Company culture and values; • Coaching and motivating subordinates Experience and qualifications • Detailed knowledge of building regulations; • Experience of a similar role working for a main contractor (essential); • Professional qualification (desirable); • SMSTS • First Aid • CITB level 3 Safety Course; • CSCS Card – Appropriate level; • Strong leadership and management skills; • Technical knowledge and experience; • Commercial and financial awareness; • Excellent interpersonal skills; • Understanding of different contracts e.g. NEC, JCT.