Site Manager - Construction and Maintenance

About the role

A client in Gibraltar is looking for a full-time Site Manager to oversee construction and maintenance works across its sites. The role coordinates site teams, contractors, resources and material purchases while keeping quality and health and safety standards high. Candidates with site management experience or a trade background moving into site management will be considered.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate construction works, teams and material purchases with the appointed Site Manager and manage daily site resources so trades are used efficiently.
• Identify resource issues and arrange extra employed resources or subcontract labour to meet programme needs.
• Resolve design issues that block progress and prepare lists of pending works, completion timelines and defects for closure.
• Source materials and interpret architectural, structural and technical drawings to ensure accurate works.
• Monitor project timelines and quality standards, and assist the COO with budget compliance, reporting and sourcing within budget.
• Manage external service providers, subcontractors and maintenance contractors, including the purchase, registration and maintenance of plant and machinery.
• Respond to HMGOG requests, coordinate maintenance requests and report completed items weekly; manage maintenance teams and resources to meet deadlines.
• Immediately manage maintenance issues that could harm the public and ensure compliance with the Factories Act and occupational health and safety regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments, implement safe systems of work, promote a strong safety culture and ensure staff and contractors follow safety procedures and use PPE.

Required profile

• Minimum 4-5 years' experience in construction and maintenance in Gibraltar or a comparable jurisdiction.
• Experience dealing with site teams, managers, external subcontractors, utility companies and statutory bodies.
• Proven track record of delivering projects and managing maintenance operations.
• Construction management qualification, or construction management experience gained from a trade background.
• Health and safety training or formal certification.
• Spanish and English skills are an asset; local knowledge of suppliers, contractors and locations is helpful.
• Driving licence is essential.

Required skills

• Ability to read and interpret construction and technical drawings.
• Sound knowledge of construction processes and maintenance practices, with a good understanding of local health and safety standards.
• Strong team building, management and communication skills.