Full job descriptionSenior Site Manager / Site Manager - £12m Laboratory Fit-Out
Location: King’s Cross, London
Rate: £400 - £500 per day DOE
IR35: Inside
Start Date: August
Contract Duration: Until Summer 2027
Company: Specialist fit-out contractor with offices in West London

We are working with a specialist contractor based in West London who is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Site Manager / Site Manager to support the delivery of a technically demanding £12m laboratory fit-out project in King’s Cross, London.This is a long-term freelance opportunity running through to summer 2027, with the role focused on the delivery of a high-spec laboratory and cleanroom scheme. The project will include CAT 5/6 cleanroom environments, specialist lab spaces and associated fit-out works within a tight central London site.The successful candidate will report into a visiting Contracts Manager and will be responsible for driving day-to-day delivery on site, ensuring works are completed safely, to programme and to the required quality standards.

The RoleAs Senior Site Manager / Site Manager, you will be responsible for:
*Managing day-to-day site operations on a £12m laboratory fit-out project
*Overseeing the delivery of cleanroom and high-specification laboratory areas
*Coordinating subcontractors and ensuring works are delivered to programme
*Maintaining high standards of health & safety across a tight London site
*Managing site logistics, access, sequencing and coordination of trades
*Producing, reviewing and managing permits to work
*Ensuring quality standards are achieved across all areas of delivery
*Reporting progress, issues and site updates to the visiting Contracts Manager
*Working closely with the wider project team to ensure smooth project delivery
*Supporting snagging, handover and close-out processes as the project progresses

Project Details
*£12m laboratory fit-out project
*Based in King’s Cross, London
*High-spec lab and cleanroom environments
*CAT 5/6 cleanroom areas
*Tight site with detailed logistics and permit requirements
*Contract running from August through to summer 2027

Candidate RequirementsThe ideal candidate will have:
*Previous experience as a Senior Site Manager or Site Manager
*Experience delivering laboratory, cleanroom, healthcare, pharmaceutical, science, technology or high-spec fit-out projects
*Strong understanding of health & safety requirements on live construction sites
*Ability to produce, manage and understand permits to work
*Experience managing subcontractors and driving site delivery
*Strong eye for quality and attention to detail
*Ability to work on a tight site with complex logistics
*Good communication and reporting skills
*SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid preferred

What’s on Offer
*£400 - £500 per day DOE
*Long-term freelance contract until summer 2027
*Technically interesting £12m laboratory fit-out scheme
*Opportunity to work with a specialist contractor delivering high-spec cleanroom and lab environments
*Central London project location with a well-structured project team in place

How to Apply
If you’re interested in this Site Manager opportunity, please apply via the link or contact James Mitchell at the Southampton office for a confidential discussion.


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