Your new company
Due to continuous growth in the construction market in Northern Ireland, one of Northern Ireland’s highly recognised main contractors have retained Hays in their recruitment of a Freelance Shopfitting Site Manager for a high-profile retail client. Boasting an annual turnover in excess of £90million, the company prides itself on continuous repeat business and the successful delivery of projects within the Education, Healthcare, Sport, Residential, Commercial and Hospitality sectors. Now seeking a Shopfitting Site Manager for short-term cover, this is an ideal opportunity to join their elite team on an initial 4-week retail fit out.
Your new role
As Site Manager, you will join the team on a retail fit out based in Co. Down. You will be responsible for the supervision of multiple trades on nightshift for 4 weeks on a retail fit out. Duties will include regular planning, progress reporting alongside the organisation and management of all on-site personnel, delegating tasks and ensuring all health and safety is adhered to.
What you'll need to succeed
As a successful Site Manager, previous experience in a supervisory role managing multiple trades within the fit-out sector is essential, with a trade in joinery preferred. Previous experience within a live retail environment would be beneficial. You must be CSR (Site Supervisor)/CSCS or SMSTS registered to be considered successful for this role. As the scheme is located in North Down, you must be within a commutable distance. You will be required to work nightshifts; therefore, you must be flexible with shift patterns. There is potential for further works on this contract with a range of upcoming schemes across NI & beyond.
What you'll get in return
This is an ideal opportunity for an available Freelance Site Manager to gain invaluable experience with one of Northern Ireland’s most successful Tier 1 Contractors on a programme of works for the summer period. With an extremely busy orderbook for the rest of 2025, there may be opportunity for further, long-term works after the initial contract. The company is offering top-tier rates in return for your hard work.
What you need to do now
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