Site Manager

Axis Europe Plc; Hullavington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A national specialist construction firm is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee refurbishment projects ranging from £250k to £7m. The role involves managing site activities, ensuring safety and quality compliance, and coordinating internal teams and subcontractors. Candidates should possess a proven background in site management, be SMSTS / SSSTS certified, and have strong communication and planning skills. This position offers a salary of £50,000 - £55,000 plus benefits including annual leave, a company vehicle, and training opportunities.

Benefits

Company vehicle and fuel card

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Perkbox discounts

Paid volunteer day each year

Ongoing training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering refurbishment or upgrade projects.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and safe systems of work in live environments.
• Experience coordinating M&E works as part of a wider construction programme.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for site safety, quality, programme and delivery across projects.
• Lead and coordinate internal trades and M&E teams with subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental and quality standards.

Skills

Site management

Health & Safety compliance

Client-facing communication

Problem-solving

Planning and organization

Education

SMSTS / SSSTS certification

First Aid certification

NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management

Job description

ConceptBuilding Services, part of Axis CLC, is a specialist maintenance, compliance and refurbishment provider operating across complex and highly regulated environments. Established in 2003, Conceptsupports clients across Defence, Education, Healthcare and Critical National Infrastructure, delivering safe, compliant solutions from minor repairs through to full-scale building works.

The Role

We’re seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead the delivery of turnkey construction projects, combining refurbishment, M&E and decarbonisation / retrofit works.

This is a senior, hands‑on role responsible for managing site activity end to end on projects typically valued between £250k and £7m. You’ll coordinate internal delivery teams (including M&E) alongside specialist subcontractors, ensuring all works are delivered safely, on programme, to budget and to the required quality standards.

The role operates across live and regulated environments, requiring strong leadership, planning and stakeholder management skills.

What You’ll Do

• Take full responsibility for site safety, quality, programme and delivery across multi-disciplinary projects.
• Lead and coordinate internal trades and M&E teams, supported by subcontractors where required.
• Manage refurbishment, M&E and retrofit activities concurrently, ensuring effective sequencing and minimal disruption.
• Plan works, resources and logistics to meet programme and client expectations.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, environmental and quality standards at all times.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, supply chain partners and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate site records, reports, diaries and progress updates.
• Support commercial control through progress reporting, variations and change management.
• Promote a positive site culture, driving high standards of workmanship, professionalism and teamwork.

About You

• You’re a confident and capable Site Manager with experience delivering multi-disciplinary refurbishment projects. You’re comfortable managing complex sites, leading internal teams, and coordinating M&E activity as part of a broader construction programme.
• You take ownership, communicate clearly, and lead from the front on safety, quality and delivery.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

To be successful as a Site Manager, you will require:

• Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering refurbishment or upgrade projects.
• SMSTS / SSSTS, First Aid, Asbestos Awareness.
• Experience coordinating M&E works as part of a wider construction programme.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and safe systems of work in live environments.
• Ability to manage internal teams and subcontractors across multiple disciplines.
• Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Confident client-facing communication skills.
• Already hold, or be eligible to obtain, security clearance required to work on MOD/VIVO-managed sites, including compliance with all site security and vetting requirements.

Desirable

• Experience delivering decarbonisation or retrofit works.
• Existing level of security clearance and/or experience in working on the defence built Estate.
• Experience working on projects up to £7m in value.
• Trade background or construction‑related qualification similar
• NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management or higher.

What We Offer

• £50,000 - £55,000 plus benefits, including:
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Long‑service awards at key milestones.
• Perkbox -discounts on coffee, cinema, travel and wellbeing.
• 1 paid volunteer day each year.
• Ongoing training, support and clear progression opportunities.

Why Axis CLC

Joining Axis CLC means being part of a national team delivering essential services across housing, education, healthcare, defence and commercial property. We value reliability, quality and social impact, and offer meaningful work with real opportunities to grow.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Many faces, one Axis CLC. We value diversity and are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.