Job Description:

Site Manager – Distribution Centre Refurbishment / Mezzanine Installation

Location: Wakefield 

Start Date: Immedaitely - Tomrrow / Thursday 

Project Duration: 2 weeks (hoiliday cover - potentially ongoing) 

Engagement: Freelance

Hours - 7.30am - 5.30pm 

Company Overview

Our client is a well‑established main contractor with an annual turnover of approximately £150m. They have recently secured a national programme valued at around £50m, delivering a series of small to medium‑scale distribution centre refurbishments for a global brand. Individual project values range between £5m and £9m.

This particular scheme, based in Wakefield, has been on site for 16 weeks and now requires holiday cover and potentially additional management support for the remaining duration 

Project Overview

The project is a £8.2m refurbishment, including:

• Installation of a new mezzanine floor
• External and façade improvement works
• Car park upgrades

This is a hands‑on management role requiring strong leadership, excellent organisation, and the ability to drive progress while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day site operations throughout the 12‑week remaining programme.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and on‑site teams to ensure efficient delivery.
• Monitor progress against programme milestones and provide regular updates to the project team.
• Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety regulations and company procedures.
• Maintain quality control and address any issues arising during construction and fit‑out.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on refurbishment and fit‑out projects.
• Experience within distribution centres, warehouses or similar industrial environments is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of construction processes, H&S legislation and compliance standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and drive the project to successful completion.

Certificates Required

• CSCS Managers Card
• SMSTS
• 3‑Day First Aid
• Asbestos Awareness

What We Offer

• Competitive freelance day rate and continuity of work into 2027.
• Opportunity to lead a significant refurbishment project from mid‑programme to completion.
• Supportive and collaborative project team environment.

For further information, please contact Dan D on the mobile number provided.