Senior Site Manager - Student Housing Fit-Out (9-Month)

© 2026 Borne Resourcing Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A principal contractor is seeking a Freelance Senior Site Manager for a new build student accommodation project in North London. The successful candidate will oversee the fit-out stage, manage subcontractors, and ensure quality control across the site. This freelance position requires strong organizational skills and an ability to handle RFIs and technical queries effectively. The rate is competitive, between £250-£300 per day, with a contract lasting 9 months starting February 2nd, 2026.

Qualifications

• Enjoys a challenge.
• Strong internals / fit out management experience.
• Organized, proactive, and able to handle stress.

Responsibilities

• Run internals calmly and efficiently.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure alignment on tasks.
• Deal with technical queries and RFI responses.
• Perform quality control checks.
• Maintain tidy programmes and paperwork.

Skills

Organisational skills

Managing subcontractors

Quality control

RFI management

Proactive problem-solving

Education

SMSTS certification

Job description

A principal contractor is seeking a Freelance Senior Site Manager for a new build student accommodation project in North London. The successful candidate will oversee the fit-out stage, manage subcontractors, and ensure quality control across the site. This freelance position requires strong organizational skills and an ability to handle RFIs and technical queries effectively. The rate is competitive, between £250-£300 per day, with a contract lasting 9 months starting February 2nd, 2026.