Senior Site Manager – Resi Newbuild – Freelance

Job Title: Freelance Site Manager

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Duration: 12 Months

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager to oversee a major new-build residential development in Guildford. This high-profile project consists of over 150 units, featuring a mix of modern houses and apartments.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Leadership: Manage day-to-day operations on site, ensuring trade contractors work efficiently to meet the construction programme.
• Health & Safety: Maintain stringent health, safety, and environmental standards, conducting regular site inductions, tool-box talks, and risk assessments.
• Quality Control: Monitor the quality of workmanship closely, managing the snagging and de-snagging process to deliver flawless handovers.
• Reporting: Work closely with the visiting Contracts Manager to report on progress, milestones, and any logistical challenges.
• Subcontractor Management: Coordinate weekly sub-contractor meetings, resolving any design, material, or labor dependencies swiftly.

Requirements & Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you must come from a dedicated residential house-building or main contractor housing background, with proven experience managing projects of a similar scale (100+ units).

• Essential Certifications: Valid CSCS card (Black Card preferred), SMSTS, and First Aid at Work.
• Experience: Strong track record in new-build residential schemes, with a deep understanding of both traditional build structures and internal fit-outs/finishes.
• Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, and IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Commitment: Ability to commit to a 12-month freelance contract based full-time in Guildford

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