Site Manager

Site Manager – Manufacturing / Engineering / Construction
Location: Irlam, Manchester
Start Date: 6th July 2026
Duration: Until January 2027
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract
Site Manager Required for Complex Manufacturing Facility Project
We are seeking an experienced Site Manager with a strong background in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Construction to oversee a complex multi-phase project within a manufacturing environment in Irlam, Manchester.
The project involves the subdivision of an operational warehouse facility into two separate manufacturing units for Tenmat / Diamorph, requiring close coordination with the client, contractors, engineers, and Principal Designers throughout all phases of delivery.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and safety-focused Site Manager with experience managing works in live industrial environments, including machinery relocations, temporary works, structural construction, and industrial services modifications.
Essential Qualifications & Certifications
* SMSTS
* CSCS Card
* First Aid at Work
* Temporary Works Coordinator / Supervisor Experience
* IPAF
* PASMA
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
* NEBOSH or IOSH Qualification
* Fork Lift Truck Licence (Counterbalance / Unicorn)
* LOLER Experience (NPORS N019, CPD, RoSPA Accredited or equivalent)
* Experience with lifting operations, lifting plans and crane lifts
* Strong understanding of permit-to-work systems, lock-off procedures and isolation protocols
Project Overview
The project will be done over 3 phases from enabling works through to construction of office and meeting rooms. A lot of the scope of works will include the below:
* Machinery isolations and relocations
* Mechanical engineering pipework alterations
* Site-wide HV electrical shutdown
* LV panel modifications
* Lock-off, isolation permits and safe systems of work management
* Demolition of existing single-storey blockwork structure
* Construction of two new single-storey blockwork structures
* Sprinkler system modifications
* Industrial services alterations including water, gas, compressed air, electrical services
* Coordination with client and contractor Principal Designers
* Construction of a two-storey blockwork office facility
* Cladding removal and installation
* Industrial roofing works
Key Responsibilities
* Day-to-day site management and coordination of all subcontractors
* Health, safety and environmental management
* Permit-to-work and isolation procedure management
* Programme management and progress reporting
* Coordination of weekend shutdown activities
* Liaison with client representatives, Principal Designers and project stakeholders