Freelance Site Manager in Newcastle upon Tyne

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Newcastle upon Tyne

On-site

GBP 52,000 - 59,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Elvet recruiment is seeking a confident, self-sufficient Site Manager to contribute to a major education project for a main contractor in the Newcastle area, on a 3‑month contract.

You will oversee day-to-day site operations, manage subcontractors, ensure safety and quality, and maintain programme progress, RAMS, permits and inductions, liaising with project teams.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Site Manager for a main contractor.
  • Strong background in new build, refurbishment or education-sector works.
  • SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), First Aid are required.
  • Ability to manage fast-paced programmes and multiple subcontractors.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee day‑to‑day site operations on a live education project in the Newcastle area.
  • Manage subcontractors, coordinate trades, and maintain progress against programme.
  • Ensure full compliance with HSE, RAMS, permits, inductions and daily briefings.
  • Maintain site records, reporting, quality checks and snagging management.
  • Liaise with the Project Manager, client reps and design team.
  • Uphold site standards, welfare, logistics and safe working practices.

Skills

SMSTS
CSCS (Black/Gold)
First Aid
Site management
Communication
Organisation

Job description

Freelance Site Manager – Education Project (Newcastle Area)

Elvet recruiment are seeking a confident, self‑sufficient Site Manager who can contribute to the running of a major education project for a main contractor, maintaining programme, safety and quality over a tight 3‑month period.

Responsibilities
  • Oversee day‑to‑day site operations on a live education project in the Newcastle area.
  • Manage subcontractors, coordinate trades, and maintain progress against programme.
  • Ensure full compliance with HSE, RAMS, permits, inductions and daily briefings.
  • Maintain site records, reporting, quality checks and snagging management.
  • Liaise with the Project Manager, client reps and design team.
  • Uphold site standards, welfare, logistics and safe working practices.
Requirements
  • Proven experience as a Site Manager for a main contractor.
  • Strong background in new build, refurbishment or education‑sector works.
  • SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), First Aid.
  • Ability to manage fast‑paced programmes and multiple subcontractors.
  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Available immediately or at short notice.
Contract Details
  • Start: ASAP
  • Duration: 3 months
  • Rate: £280–£320 per day (CIS)
  • Location: Newcastle & surrounding area
  • Employer: Main Contractor
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