Site Supervisor in City of London, London

Site Supervisor - Shopfitting

Location: City of London - site-based

Salary/Rate: £250-£280 a day (DOE)

Hours: 7am - 5pm + weekends as required

Start Date: Mid-October 2026

The Opportunity

A well-established shopfitting contractor in the building and construction industry is looking for a hands-on Site Supervisor for upcoming contracts starting mid-October, running for 6 to 7 weeks. You will be spending your time supervising the site but be prepared on the rare occasion to be on the tools if required. You'll typically be managing a team of around 5, plus electrical and HVAC trades, working in high-end London department stores.

These are live retail environments where the end client has very specific requirements, so confidence in dealing with demanding clients is key.

What's On Offer

• Prestigious projects in some of London's best-known department stores.
• Mid-October start for 6-to-7-weeks project with the potential for a long term role based on performance.
• Varied, hands-on role combining supervision and trade work.
• Opportunity to build a relationship with an established shopfitting contractor.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise a site team of around 5, plus electrical and HVAC trades.
• Act as the main on-site point of contact for the end client.
• Ensure work meets the client's specific requirements and high finish standards. This would include meeting the client logistical requirements.
• Maintain site health & safety in live retail environments.
• Coordinate trades and materials to keep works on programme.

The Ideal Candidate

We're looking for an experienced Foreman or Site Supervisor with a strong shopfitting background who is happy to work on the tools if required.

You'll ideally have:

• Proven shopfitting experience (essential).
• SMSTS and First Aid certificates (essential).
• Experience supervising different trades teams.
• Strong client-facing skills and the ability to handle specific and demanding requirements.
• Experience in live retail or department store environments would be a bonus.
• Relevant reference will be required.

Apply Now

If you're a hands-on Foreman or Site Supervisor with shopfitting experience, hold your SMSTS and First Aid, and are comfortable working nights, we'd like to hear from you.