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Fawkes & Reece; Northwich; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes & Reece is hiring a Freelance Site Manager for an upcoming industrial new build in Northwich. The project runs for 40 weeks and has a total value of around £6 million.

The role requires industrial/new build experience and relevant safety qualifications, with daily on-site responsibilities and weekly Friday pay. The successful candidate will oversee construction, ensure on‑time delivery, manage contractors, and report to the Project Manager while coordinating with head office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as Site Manager in industrial/new build projects.
• CSCS, SMSTS and First Aid certification.
• UK driving licence and access to vehicle.
• Freelance, 40-week contract availability.
• Ability to work on-site with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction of new build industrial unit
• Ensure projects are on-time and to client specification.
• Report to the Project Manager and liaise with head office.
• Manage contractors and subcontractors on-site daily.
• Monitor site progress and health & safety compliance.
• Coordinate with design teams, consultants, and client representatives.
• Be flexible with project assignments.

Skills

Site management

Industrial/new build experience

Contractor coordination

Health & safety compliance

Client liaison

Education

CSCS

SMSTS

First Aid

Job description

*LONG TERM NEW BUILD INDUSTRIAL UNIT - STARTING OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2026*

We're Hiring: Freelance Site Manager

Duration: Long term (40 weeks)

Fawkes & Reece are hiring for a Freelance Site Manager for an upcoming new build industrial unit in Northwich. This project is 40 weeks in length total valued at £6 million. Previous industrial new build experience is required for this project.

Job responsibilities of the Freelance Site Manager:

• Oversee construction of new build industrial unit
• Ensure projects are on-time and to client specification.
• Report directly to the Project Manager and liaise with head office.
• Manage contractors and subcontractors on-site daily.
• Monitor site progress and ensure compliance with health & safety standards.
• Coordinate with design teams, consultants, and client representatives.
• Flexible with which projects you take.

Required Qualifications/Experience for the Freelance Site Manager:

• Experience working within industrial and new build
• CSCS, SMSTS, First Aid
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a Site Managers position
• UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
• Day rate
• Weekly pay on a Friday