Site manager

Freelance Site Manager - Residential Development Location: Chinley Contract Type: Freelance Duration: 6 Months Rate: £250-£280 Start Date: Mid-July 2026 Lead the Recovery and Delivery of a Residential Development An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Freelance Site Manager to join a leading residential contractor on a traditional housing development in Chinley. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership and drive it through to successful completion. The successful candidate will play a key role in bringing structure, programme control, and quality back to the project. We are seeking a proactive and detail-focused Site Manager with a strong background in housebuilding, with an established residential contractor or PLC developer background. The Opportunity Working closely with the Project Manager and wider delivery team, you will oversee day-to-day site operations, ensuring the project progresses safely, efficiently, and in line with programme and quality expectations. Key Responsibilities Manage daily site operations across a live residential development Drive programme recovery and maintain progress against key milestones Coordinate and manage all external works packages Oversee internal first-fix activities through to completion Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with current regulations, company procedures, and quality standards Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture on site Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and site logistics effectively Monitor workmanship and ensure exceptional attention to detail throughout the build process Maintain accurate site records, reporting, and project documentation Identify and resolve technical, quality, and programme-related issues Build strong working relationships with the Project Manager, commercial team, and subcontractors About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Proven experience managing new-build residential developments Previous experience working for a PLC housebuilder or established residential contractor Strong understanding of compliance, quality standards, and construction best practice Ability to review, amend, and implement construction programmes Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem solving Experience managing distressed or recovery-phase residential schemes would be highly advantageous SMSTS qualification CSCS Black Card (Manager Level) First Aid at Work certification Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills What's on Offer? £280 per day Opportunity to play a key role in turning around and delivering a challenging residential scheme Supportive project team and clear opportunity to make a significant impact on site Interested? Interviews will be taking place on-site next Tuesday and Wednesday. If you're an experienced Site Manager with a strong housebuilding background and the ability to drive quality, programme, and performance on a residential development, we'd like to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, contact Sophie on (phone number removed) or apply today