AWD online • London, UK

Installation Site Manager

About this role

Installation Site Manager

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Installation Site Manager with site management, joinery, metalwork, shopfitting, logistics, health and safety and quality control experience.

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Site Installation Manager, Site Supervisor, Fabrication Installation Manager, Fit Out Site Manager, Workshop Installation Manager, Shopfitting Manager, Installations Manager

SALARY

£46,400 per annum (depending on experience) + Paid Overtime + Benefits

LOCATION

South East London (SE15)

JOB TYPE

Full-Time, Permanent (Freelancers / Contractors Considered)

WORKING HOURS

40 Hours per Week (8am – 5pm, Monday to Friday as standard, plus paid overtime and overnight working as required for specific out-of-hours installs.

Please note

In June 2026 the company will be trialling a move to a 9-day fortnight, with the studio taking a paid rest-day every other Friday.

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Installation Site Manager with hands-on experience planning and delivering site installations across joinery, metalwork, LED lighting, shopfitting and general building projects.

As the Installation Site Manager you will play a key role within the management team, supporting pre-fabrication and installation works for innovative, high-profile projects while promoting excellent craft, safety and quality standards.

The Installation Site Manager will lead site works, manage logistics, equipment, RAMS, workflow and client communication, while supporting a collaborative, inclusive and proactive working environment.

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DUTIES

Your duties as the

Installation Site Manager include

Site Leadership

Lead installation works on site in the role of Site Manager, working independently or managing a team as required

Hands-On Installation

Undertake practical work including surveying, fitting, lifting and finishing

Installation Planning

Manage logistics, equipment requirements, workflow and health and safety planning

Project Communication

Liaise across the project team, including clients and subcontractors, regarding site works

Safety Compliance

Ensure installation works follow company health and safety policy, standard operating procedures and relevant professional standards

Risk Management

Take a mindful approach to work by mitigating risk, maximising efficiency and minimising wastage

Quality Control

Promote high standards of craft and implement quality control procedures

RAMS and Procedures

Develop risk assessments, method statements, standard operating procedures and best practice guidance

Team Contribution

Contribute to team meetings up to management level and support recruitment processes

Professional Representation

Represent the company positively and professionally at all times

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

Site Experience

previous professional experience working on site within installation, fabrication, construction, shopfitting or a similar environment

Management Experience

Proven experience in a management or supervisory role

Team Leadership

Experience leading a team in the successful delivery of projects

Site Logistics

Experience managing safety, workflow, logistics and high-quality outputs

Technical Understanding

Strong technical aptitude with an understanding of craft, fabrication, materials and quality standards

Drawings and Models

Confidence working from fabrication drawings and 3D models in Rhino

Health and Safety

Good awareness of health and safety regulations and best practice for compliance

Communication Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills with excellent interpersonal skills

Organisation

Ability to organise and manage time effectively for individual and project-related work

IT Skills

Computer literate, with experience using PC and Mac administrative programmes such as Microsoft Office and Powerproject

Flexible Approach

Flexibility and commitment to working out-of-hours, overnight or on sites beyond London when required

Right To Work

Right to work in the UK without restrictions

DESIRABLE

Site Qualifications

Current SMSTS, SSSTS, CSCS card or equivalent qualification

Professional Training

Relevant training such as First Aid, Fire Safety, PASMA or IPAF

Mentoring Skills

Ability to support and mentor colleagues within a collaborative learning environment

BENEFITS

  • Experience on a diverse range of bespoke, high quality and culturally significant projects
  • A respected role as part of a diverse and dynamic team with opportunity for progression
  • Skills development and training opportunities in a creative working environment
  • Competitive pay, including paid overtime and increased rate for site working outside London

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF

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