Freelance Site Manager
CV-LibraryNewcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & WearcontractPosted: 6 August 2026
Apply NowFreelance Site Manager – Education Project (Newcastle Area) £280–£320 per day (CIS) 3‑month contract | Main Contractor
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.
The Role
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Oversee day‑to‑day site operations on a live education project in the Newcastle area.
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Manage subcontractors, coordinate trades, and maintain progress against programme.
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Ensure full compliance with HSE, RAMS, permits, inductions and daily briefings.
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Maintain site records, reporting, quality checks and snagging management.
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Liaise with the Project Manager, client representatives and design team.
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Uphold site standards, welfare, logistics and safe working practices.
Requirements
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Proven experience as a Site Manager for a main contractor.
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Strong background in new build, refurbishment or education‑sector works.
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SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold), First Aid.
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Ability to manage fast‑paced programmes and multiple subcontractors.
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Strong communication and organisational skills.
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Available immediately or at short notice.
Contract Details
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Start: ASAP
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Duration: 3 months
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Rate: £280–£320 per day (CIS)
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Location: Newcastle & surrounding area
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Employer: Main Contractor
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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.
The Role
*
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 representatives 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
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Start: ASAP
*
Duration: 3 months
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Rate: £280–£320 per day (CIS)
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Location: Newcastle & surrounding area
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Employer: Main Contractor
By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website