Freelance Site Manager - Manchester
CV-LibraryManchester, Greater ManchestertemporaryPosted: 22 April 2026
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A well‑established main contractor with a strong presence in the education and commercial sectors, delivering complex refurbishment projects across the UK. The business is known for working in live environments and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and programme control.
Your new role
As Freelance Site Manager, you will oversee the day‑to‑day delivery of an £11m office refurbishment within a live university campus in Manchester. You will manage subcontractors, coordinate multiple trades, maintain programme momentum, and ensure works are delivered safely and to a high standard while liaising closely with the wider project team.
What you'll need to succeed
Proven experience as a Site Manager on refurbishment projects £5m+Strong commercial / office refurbishment backgroundExperience working in live or occupied environmentsSMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certificatesStrong leadership, organisation, and communication skills
What you'll get in return
£26 per hour (Umbrella PAYE)Approx. £770 take‑home per weekLong‑term, stable freelance contractWell‑run project with experienced delivery teamImmediate or short‑notice start
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
A well‑established main contractor with a strong presence in the education and commercial sectors, delivering complex refurbishment projects across the UK. The business is known for working in live environments and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and programme control.
Your new role
As Freelance Site Manager, you will oversee the day‑to‑day delivery of an £11m office refurbishment within a live university campus in Manchester. You will manage subcontractors, coordinate multiple trades, maintain programme momentum, and ensure works are delivered safely and to a high standard while liaising closely with the wider project team.
What you'll need to succeed
Proven experience as a Site Manager on refurbishment projects £5m+Strong commercial / office refurbishment backgroundExperience working in live or occupied environmentsSMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certificatesStrong leadership, organisation, and communication skills
What you'll get in return
£26 per hour (Umbrella PAYE)Approx. £770 take‑home per weekLong‑term, stable freelance contractWell‑run project with experienced delivery teamImmediate or short‑notice start
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)