Job Details
Freelance Senior Site Manager / Site Engineer required for a £40m+ new build education project in Hounslow, West London with a Tier 1 main contractor.
This is a long-term opportunity (circa 2-3-year programme) for a strong Senior Site Manager with a qualified engineering background, capable of leading external works while also carrying out setting out and site engineering duties.
Key Requirements
• Proven experience operating at Senior Site Manager level on projects £40m+
• Strong track record delivering external works packages (groundworks, RC frame, steel frame, lifting operations)
• Must be a qualified Site Engineer with hands-on setting out experience
• Confident using robotic total station (essential)
• Ability to manage subcontractors, chair meetings and drive programme on site
• Experience with S278 works desirable
• SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS (Gold / Black / White) essential
• Must be within commutable distance of Hounslow, West London
• Must be willing to provide verifiable work references
Responsibilities
• Lead and coordinate all external works packages on site
• Manage subcontractors, site logistics and programme delivery
• Chair subcontractor meetings and drive performance
• Monitor and enforce quality control across all works
• Carry out setting out duties including piling and external works
• Read and interpret drawings, complete as-built surveys
• Liaise with design teams to resolve technical issues
• Oversee site safety, RAMS, permits and inductions
Role Details
• Start: ASAP
• Duration: Long-term (circa 3-year programme)
• Location: Hounslow, West London
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30am–5:30pm
• Rate: £330–£400 per day (negotiable depending on experience, CIS / LTD considered)
To apply, please send your CV along with your postcode, availability and confirmation of relevant experience