Site Manager

About the role

The Site Manager manages day-to-day site activities so that work progresses safely, efficiently, to the required quality, and in accordance with the agreed project programme. The Site Manager coordinates trades, prepares the site for upcoming work, checks workmanship, and keeps the Project Manager informed of progress and issues. The role combines site leadership with practical assistance, supporting the installation of furniture, cabinetry, and feature items, and maintaining an orderly site. The Site Manager reports to the Construction Manager for people management, development, and resource allocation, and receives day-to-day project direction from the assigned Project Manager.

Key responsibilities

• Understand the project scope, current drawings, programme, quality requirements, and site constraints before work begins
• Plan daily activities and upcoming work with the Project Manager, identifying trade, material, access, and resource requirements
• Confirm subcontractor attendance in line with the agreed programme and ensure work areas are ready for them
• Coordinate trade sequencing, deliveries, and site access to minimise delays and conflicting activities
• Check work against current approved drawings, specifications, and agreed quality standards
• Implement project health and safety arrangements on site with support from the Project Manager and Focusplan's health and safety representative
• Ensure workers and visitors receive appropriate site inductions and understand site rules, hazards, and emergency arrangements
• Coordinate delivery timing, unloading arrangements, and suitable storage
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and professional site, providing practical assistance where needed
• Maintain a professional, helpful relationship with clients and other people attending or occupying the site

About you

• At least three years' relevant experience in site management or a similar construction coordination role
• Experience in interior fitout and coordination of multiple trades
• Practical construction and cabinetry installation experience
• Ability to read drawings, understand work sequencing, and recognise quality issues
• Ability to organise site activities, communicate clear expectations, and resolve practical problems
• Working knowledge of site health and safety practices
• Ability to use Buildertrend for daily logs, programme information, and purchasing documentation, and Microsoft Teams for communication
• Ability to carry out the practical duties of the role safely, using appropriate equipment and assistance
• Experience in healthcare fitout or construction within occupied premises (desirable)
• A relevant construction trade qualification (desirable)

About us

Focusplan Limited enables the healthcare profession to provide the best patient and staff experience. By 2030 we will be the leader of design and fitout for specialist healthcare spaces in New Zealand. We do this with an experienced team, using a proven process, and superior client communication.