Security Manager

About this role

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Security Manager to lead the security operation for a prestigious construction client on a high-risk site. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day security team, ensuring site safety and security standards are maintained, and acting as the key point of contact between the client, site management team, and security provider.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full security operation across the construction site.
• Act as the main point of contact for the client, project team, logistics team, and security officers.
• Supervise, brief, and support the security team to ensure a professional and consistent service.
• Ensure all officers are correctly deployed, equipped, and understand their duties.
• Maintain high standards of access control, gatehouse management, patrols, incident response, and reporting.
• Monitor site risks including unauthorised access, theft, protest activity, public interface, fire risks, and health and safety concerns.
• Ensure all incidents, observations, and defects are reported accurately and promptly.
• Review daily occurrence books, patrol reports, digital reporting platforms, and incident logs.
• Conduct regular site inspections and security audits.
• Support investigations following incidents or breaches.
• Liaise with emergency services, client representatives, and contractors when required.
• Ensure compliance with site RAMS, emergency procedures, assignment instructions, and client requirements.
• Deliver toolbox talks and briefings to the security team.
• Maintain a strong visible management presence across the site.
• Escalate issues appropriately and provide clear updates to senior management.
• Support mobilisation, demobilisation, and any changes to the site security plan.

Essential Requirements

• Valid SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guarding Licence.
• Valid CSCS Card.
• Strong understanding of access control, contractor management, and site logistics.
• Experience working on high-risk or high-profile sites.
• Excellent client-facing skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to produce clear reports, incident summaries, and daily updates.

Desirable Requirements

• FREC 3 qualification.
• First Aid at Work.
• CCTV licence.

Security Manager

Security

City of London, London

£16.00 per hour

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