Number 1 Site Manager - Retail Refit Project

Location: North London

Start Date: Monday 22nd June

Duration: 8 Weeks

Hours: 7am-5pm, Monday to Friday

Project Value: £2m

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Lead Site Manager (No.1 on site) to oversee a high-value refrigeration replacement and refit project within a live supermarket environment.

This role requires a confident leader with strong technical understanding, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage a fast-paced programme safely and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site operations on a live retail project
  

   

• Manage subcontractors, programme, H&S, and quality control
  

   

• Interpret and work confidently from technical drawings
  

   

• Ensure smooth delivery of refrigeration replacement and refit works
  

   

• Coordinate with client teams and internal stakeholders
  

   

• Maintain accurate site records and reporting (Procore experience essential)
  

   

• Support weekend or potential night works when required
  

   

Required Certifications

• SMSTS

   

• CSCS Black or White Card

   

• Temporary Works

   

• First Aid at Work

   

Candidate Background

We are looking for someone who has:

• Strong experience delivering refrigeration replacement/refit projects

   

• Worked on live supermarket sites

   

• Proven track record as a Lead Site Manager

   

• Experience using Procore

   

• Excellent understanding of drawings and technical detail
  

   

• Ability to work in live, operational environments
  

   

• Flexibility to work weekends or nights if required
  

   

   

Please note: This is not a small store-refit role - experience on larger, complex retail projects is essential.

Interview Process

• Stage 1: Teams interview with Senior Manager
  

   

• Induction: 9-day preparation period before works commence