Site Manager - Heating & Plumbing (Mechanical Building Services)
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee the delivery of heating and plumbing works on mechanical building services projects. The role involves managing site operations, coordinating labour and subcontractors, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong technical knowledge of mechanical building services and proven site management experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of site activities
- Coordinate and supervise direct labour, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Ensure all heating and plumbing installations are carried out in line with drawings, specifications, and programme
- Maintain high standards of health & safety, ensuring RAMS are implemented and complied with
- Liaise with clients, main contractors, consultants, and internal teams
- Manage site progress, attend site meetings, and provide regular reports
- Monitor quality control and ensure works are delivered to specification
- Identify and resolve technical and site issues efficiently
- Ensure materials, plant, and labour are planned and available
- Support commissioning, testing, and handover processes
- Maintain accurate site records, including diaries, inspections, and snagging lists
Skills & Experience Required
- Proven experience as a Site Manager or Supervisor within heating, plumbing, or mechanical building services
- Strong technical knowledge of HVAC, heating, and plumbing systems
- Experience working on commercial and/or High end residential projects
- Good understanding of construction programmes and sequencing
- SMSTS or SSSTS (training can be provided)
- CSCS card (essential)
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple work fronts and priorities
- Good IT skills (email, reporting, basic project systems)
Desirable Qualifications
- NVQ Level 3 or above in Plumbing & Heating or Mechanical Services
- First Aid at Work
What We Offer
- Salary £48k to £55k DOE
- Company vehicle
- Stable workload and long-term career progression
- Supportive management team and well-organised projects