Freelance Site Manager - Social Housing

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a professional to manage social housing planned works projects in Leeds. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in project management, ensuring high standards of work are met on time and within budget. Knowledge of construction processes specific to social housing and compliance with health and safety regulations are essential. This role offers a competitive day rate of £300 and the possibility of becoming a permanent position after the initial contract period.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Travel expenses paid

Opportunity to oversee exciting projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing Social Housing planned works projects.
• Strong knowledge within construction processes for Social Housing.
• Experience managing subcontractors and direct labour.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage Social Housing planned works project.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard, on time, and within budget.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure project delivery.
• Maintain strict health and safety compliance on-site.
• Manage subcontractors/internal staff and ensure adherence to project deadlines.
• Monitor and report on progress, managing any risks or delays promptly.

Skills

Project management

Social Housing knowledge

Health and safety compliance

Subcontractor management

Tools

SMSTS certification

Job description

• Competitive Day rate
• Possibility of becoming permanent role

About Our Client

Our client is a well known maintenance contractor specialising in the delivery of planned refurbishment works within the social housing sector. With a proven track record across Yorkshire, they pride themselves on delivering high-quality upgrades that enhance homes and communities. The bulk of our clients current projects consist of kitchen and bathroom replacements, roofing, external works, and full internal refurbishments - always with a focus on safety, tenant satisfaction, and minimal disruption in occupied properties.

Job Description

• Oversee and manage Social Housing planned works project.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard, on time, and within budget.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure project delivery.
• Maintain strict health and safety compliance on-site.
• Manage subcontractors/internal staff and ensure all team members adhere to project deadlines.
• Monitor and report on progress, managing any risks or delays promptly.

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience managing Social Housing planned works projects
• Strong knowledge within construction processes within Social Housing
• Experience managing sub contractors and direct labour
• SMSTS

What's on Offer

• £300 day rate
• Initial 6 months guaranteed then ongoing work
• Opportunity to oversee exciting projects with Tier 1 Contractor
• Travel expenses paid