Site Manager

Description:

Site Manager / Project Manager (CAT A Fit Out)

Leeds City Centre | 12-Month Contract

September 2026 - September 2027

Have you successfully delivered large-scale CAT A fit outs across multiple floors and want to take ownership of one of Leeds' most high-profile commercial refurbishment projects?

We're looking for an experienced Site Manager / Project Manager with a background in Tier 1 contractors or leading fit out specialists to lead the delivery of a 7-floor city centre commercial office refurbishment at 2 Wellington Place, Leeds.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a multi-phased CAT A fit out, working closely with the client and project team to deliver a flagship commercial scheme from enabling works through to completion. If you're known for your strong reporting, IT capability, programme management, and ability to drive standards within a highly compliant environment, this role offers the chance to be at the heart of a major city-centre transformation.

The Project

7-storey commercial office refurbishment
Existing 20-year-old office building
Internal soft strip, enabling works and CAT A fit out
Multi-phase delivery across the entire building
Working closely with the client to complete Phase 1 and deliver Phase 2
Site-based role for the full project duration
Separate package managers overseeing external works and roofing

What We're Looking For

Proven experience delivering CAT A fit out projects from start to finish
Minimum 2 years' recent CAT A fit out experience
Track record on large-scale refurbishment and fit out projects
Experience delivering at least one multi-phase project lasting 6 months+
Background with a Tier 1 contractor or established fit out specialist
Strong reporting, planning and IT skills
Excellent understanding of H&S, compliance and quality procedures
Experience managing multiple trades within occupied or live commercial environments
Comfortable working as part of a close-knit delivery team

Essential Requirements

Experience in refurbishment and fit out projects
Full UK driving licence
Available to work Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Preferred

Based in or around the Leeds area
Experience working on city-centre commercial refurbishments
Comfortable managing works across multiple floors and phases

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major refurbishment project in the heart of Leeds, delivering a high-quality CAT A office fit out across seven floors. You'll have genuine ownership, direct client interaction, and the chance to play a key role in transforming a landmark commercial building