Site Manager

Linear Recruitment Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment company is seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager to oversee a housing refurbishment scheme in Berwick-upon-Tweed, starting in October 2025. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in site management, excellent communication skills, and valid health and safety certifications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on housing refurbishment or similar residential schemes.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations and site procedures.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage subcontractors effectively and deliver to programme deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day site operations and ensuring smooth delivery of the refurbishment programme.
• Coordinating subcontractors, trades, and suppliers to meet deadlines and quality standards.
• Monitoring health & safety on site and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Liaising with the client, project team, and residents to maintain strong communication and resolve issues quickly.
• Reporting progress, risks, and site activity to senior management.

Skills

Site management

Health & safety regulations knowledge

Communication

Organizational skills

Subcontractor management

Education

Valid SMSTS/SSSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certification

Job description

Overview

Freelance Site Manager Housing Refurbishment Scheme
Location: Berwick-upon-Tweed
Start Date: October 2025
Contract: Freelance

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager to oversee a housing refurbishment scheme in Berwick-upon-Tweed, commencing this October.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day site operations and ensuring smooth delivery of the refurbishment programme




• Coordinating subcontractors, trades, and suppliers to meet deadlines and quality standards




• Monitoring health & safety on site and ensuring compliance with regulations




• Liaising with the client, project team, and residents to maintain strong communication and resolve issues quickly




• Reporting progress, risks, and site activity to senior management

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on housing refurbishment or similar residential schemes




• Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations and site procedures




• Excellent communication and organisational skills




• Ability to manage subcontractors effectively and deliver to programme deadlines




• Valid SMSTS/SSSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certification