SMSTS Site Manager – Fire Alarm & Lighting Replacement (Occupied Building / Night Works)

We are currently recruiting an experienced SMSTS Site Manager / Construction Manager / Principal Contractor Site Manager for a major fire alarm installation, emergency lighting upgrade, and suspended ceiling replacement project in a fully occupied commercial building.

This is a high-responsibility out-of-hours delivery role (night shifts & weekend works) requiring strong leadership, safety control, and full site ownership from start to finish.

Key Project Details

• Start Date: September 2026
• Completion Date: December 2026
• Location: North West London (NW10) You will also be required to visit two other live fire alarm projects (Margate and Chelmsford) once per week to carry out audits and progress checks.
• Working Pattern: Out-of-hours construction (nights & weekends)
  • Mon–Thu: 6pm – 2am
  • Sat–Sun: 8am – 4pm

Role Responsibilities

• Act as SMSTS Site Manager / Principal Contractor representative
• Manage full delivery of fire alarm, lighting, and ceiling replacement works
• Oversee subcontractors, supervisors, and specialist trades
• Ensure compliance with CDM 2015, RAMS, permits, and all H&S regulations
• Deliver daily briefings, inductions, and site documentation control
• Monitor programme progress and drive completion to strict deadline
• Maintain safe working practices in a live occupied building environment
• Liaise with client, project teams, and stakeholders during live operations

Requirements

• Valid SMSTS Certificate (essential)
• Temporary works qualified
• Proven experience as a Site Manager / Construction Manager / Principal Contractor
• Strong background in fire alarm installation / M&E / lighting refurbishment projects
• Experience working in occupied buildings or live environments
• Confident managing night shifts and weekend delivery programmes
• Strong understanding of CDM 2015 and construction health & safety
• CSCS Manager / Black Card preferred
• Strong leadership, organisation, and communication skills

What We Offer

• Long-term project duration (September – December (may run through to January 2026)
• High-profile occupied building works
• Opportunity to lead full site delivery as Principal Contractor representative

How to Apply

Please upload your CV and Brandon will get in touch.