Site Managers

Site Manager

Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
Start Date: 13th July 2026
Duration: Approximately 14 Weeks (Until Mid-October 2026)
Project Value: School Refurbishment & Extension
Rate: Competitive

ARC are recruiting on behalf of a reputable construction contractor for an experienced Site Manager / Project Manager to oversee a refurbishment and extension project at a prestigious school in Bedford.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised construction professional with experience managing projects within live environments, particularly schools, healthcare facilities, or similar occupied buildings.

The Role

The successful candidate will take ownership of the day-to-day management of the project, acting as the primary site lead and key point of contact for the client and school representatives. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to manage site operations with minimal input from senior management.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all day-to-day site operations.
Manage and coordinate subcontractors and direct labour.
Maintain excellent relationships with the client, school management, staff and stakeholders.
Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and to the highest quality standards.
Manage site logistics within a live school environment.
Ensure strict segregation between construction activities and school staff/students.
Ensure compliance with all health and safety requirements.

Project Details

Live school environment.
Refurbishment and extension works.
Approximately 20 operatives/subcontractors on site at peak.

Essential Requirements

SMSTS
CSCS Card
First Aid at Work
Enhanced DBS Certificate (or ability to obtain one)
Proven experience managing refurbishment and extension projects.
Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent communication and organisational abilities.

Desirable Experience

Previous experience working within live schools.
Experience delivering projects within occupied environments such as hospitals, healthcare facilities, educational buildings or similar.
Ability to undertake a Project Manager-style role alongside Site Management duties.

What's On Offer

Immediate start.
Competitive market rates.
Opportunity to work on a high-profile education project.
Please send your CV to or call for more information on (phone number removed)

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC

Working with one of the leading Recruitment agencies with 18 years within the marketplace, recruiting for many of the region’s leading companies.
In a recent survey 96% of our clients stated ARC are their preferred agency labour supplier.
Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
Weekly pay – with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee.
Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service).
On-going assignments
Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family.
Access to Free online training.

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