Demolition Site Manager in London, Greater London

365 Recruit is currently seeking an experienced Demolition Site Manager to join an established specialist demolition contractor delivering projects across London.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day demolition operations, coordinating site teams and subcontractors, and ensuring all works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project programmes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Site Manager with a strong demolition background and experience delivering complex demolition, structural alterations and soft strip projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise daily demolition operations, ensuring works are completed safely and on programme.

• Coordinate demolition operatives, plant operators, supervisors and subcontractors.

• Oversee structural demolition, soft strip, strip-out and enabling works.

• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with approved RAMS, demolition plans and agreed methodologies.

• Monitor site progress against project programmes and report any delays or potential issues.

• Conduct daily site briefings, toolbox talks and safety inspections.

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation, CDM Regulations and environmental requirements.

• Manage site logistics, plant, equipment and material movements.

• Coordinate temporary works activities with the appointed Temporary Works Coordinator and relevant specialists.

• Liaise with Project Managers, clients, consultants and other site stakeholders.

• Maintain accurate site records, including daily diaries, progress reports, permits and inspection documentation.

• Identify and report variations, delays and changes to the agreed scope of works.

• Ensure effective waste management, dust suppression, noise control and environmental compliance.

• Monitor subcontractor performance, productivity and quality of workmanship.

• Support project handover and ensure all site documentation is completed.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within the demolition industry.

• Strong background in structural demolition, soft strip, enabling works and/or cut-and-carve projects.

• CCDO Black Card (Demolition Manager) preferred.

• SMSTS qualification.

• Valid First Aid at Work certification.

• Strong understanding of demolition methodologies, sequencing and temporary works.

• Good knowledge of CDM Regulations, Health & Safety legislation and environmental compliance.

• Experience managing demolition operatives, plant and subcontractors.

• Ability to interpret drawings, RAMS and project programmes.

• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.

• Experience working on demolition projects in London would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a variety of demolition and structural alteration projects across London.

• Long-term career opportunities with an established specialist contractor.

• Supportive management team and ongoing professional development.