Role: Freelance Site Manager/ Project Manager – New Build Housing
Location: Peterborough/ Haddon
Specification: Freelance / Contract Role
Rate: Competitive Day Rate
We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager/ Project Manager to join a busy high profile residential development in Peterborough. The site is well underway with all roofs completed and brickwork expected to be completed by the end of April. This role will involve managing the site through to completion, ensuring delivery in full compliance with NHBC standards.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Manager/ Project Manager who has a strong background in timber frame housing developments building at volume.
The Role
As a Freelance Site Manager/project manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of a live housing site, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
You will be working alongside a brilliant team with an additional site manager and two assistant site manager; coordinating trades, managing subcontractors, liaising with the Contracts Manager, and ensuring all homes are built in accordance with NHBC standards and Building Regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily site operations on a new build housing development
- Ensure full compliance with NHBC standards and inspection requirements
- Maintain and enforce high standards of health & safety on site
- Drive build programme to achieve key milestones and completion targets
- Conduct quality checks and ensure remedial works are completed efficiently
- Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers
- Manage site logistics and material deliveries
- Attend and manage NHBC inspections
- Oversee plot completions through to CML and customer handover
- Maintain accurate site documentation and reporting
Requirements
- Proven experience managing new build residential developments
- Strong understanding of NHBC standards and inspection processes
- Valid SMSTS
- CSCS Black Card (Manager level)
- First Aid at Work
- Strong organisational and leadership skills
- Ability to manage programme and quality under pressure
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience
- Long-term contract potential
- Immediate start available
- Opportunity to manage a well-structured residential development and work alongside a established PLC Builder
If you are an experienced Freelance Site Manager/ Project Manager looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
If you are interested please give Sophie a call on (phone number removed) or apply below.
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