Site Manager in Exeter

Vanguard Healthcare Solutions is a British, privately owned, international clinical services and infrastructure provider supporting healthcare clients across the UK and worldwide. Our purpose-designed and built modular and mobile facilities provide our clients with new or replacement Operating Theatres, Wards, Endoscopy Suites and Decontamination and diagnostic units. As part of our solution to our clients, we also support them with clinical teams and equipment. Our values define how we do business with our customers, internally and externally: Patient-focused; Innovative; Responsive; Passionate; Teamwork.

We are looking for a Site Manager to work on a project near Exeter on a 5 month, fixed term contract. Working closely with the Project Manager, the Site Manager will ensure that construction works are delivered in accordance with agreed programmes, drawings, specifications and regulatory requirements, particularly within live healthcare environments. Exposure within these areas would be advantageous:

• Modular construction
• Managing M&E projects
• Experience of running sites with a small team

Responsibilities:

1. Site Management and Supervision
   • Take full responsibility for day-to-day site operations from site set-up through to completion and handover, including site setup of heras fencing, welfare units and the like.
   • Maintain a consistent on-site presence to manage works, resources and subcontractor activities.
   • Ensure works are delivered in line with construction drawings, specifications and method statements.
2. Health, Safety and Environmental Management
   • Lead and promote a strong health and safety culture on site at all times.
   • Ensure compliance with company procedures, statutory requirements and site-specific risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
   • Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, safety briefings and regular site inspections.
   • Proactively identify and address unsafe practices or conditions.
3. Quality Control
   • Monitor workmanship and materials to ensure high-quality standards are consistently achieved.
   • Carry out inspections and snagging to ensure works meet contractual and regulatory requirements.
   • Ensure defects are recorded, managed and closed out efficiently.
   • Meet with the factory build team (in Hull) prior to the units being sent to site to ensure all deliverable practices are in place.
   • Work closely with the Project Manager to deliver site activities in line with the agreed construction programme.
   • Provide accurate progress updates and flag risks or delays early, with practical mitigation actions.
   • Coordinate sequencing of works to minimise disruption, particularly in live healthcare environments.
4. Subcontractor and Supplier Coordination
   • Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and suppliers to ensure safe, efficient and productive working.
   • Ensure subcontractors understand scope, quality expectations and site rules.
   • Monitor performance and elevate issues where standards are not met.
5. Client and Stakeholder Liaison
   • Act as the primary on-site point of contact for clients, consultants and other stakeholders.
   • Maintain a professional and customer-focused presence on site at all times.
   • Support site meetings, inspections and audits as required.
6. Documentation and Reporting
   • Maintain accurate site records including daily diaries, permits, inspections and delivery records all through Autodesk.
   • Support the Project Manager with site information for reports, valuations and handover documentation.
   • Ensure as-built information and site documentation are completed accurately.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within the construction industry, ideally delivering healthcare or regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, sequencing and site coordination.
• Demonstrable experience managing subcontractors and on-site teams.
• First Aid at Work certification (or willingness to obtain).
• CSCS card appropriate to role.
• HTM / HBN building regulation experience is desirable.

Skills:

• Strong leadership presence with a hands-on, practical approach.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice.
• Good planning, organisation and time management skills.
• Clear communicator with the ability to build effective working relationships on site.
• Ability to work independently while supporting wider project objectives.
• Customer-oriented with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.
• IT literate, with ability to use site-based systems, Autodesk and MS Office.