Freelance Site Manager - Preston

Your new company You'll be working with a well-established regional general building contractor with a strong reputation for delivering refurbishment and maintenance projects across the North West. The business has a solid pipeline of work within the education sector and is known for its hands-on, collaborative approach to project delivery. Your new role As a Freelance Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of a school refurbishment project in Preston. You will oversee subcontractors and direct labour, manage programme and quality, and maintain strict health and safety standards within a live school environment. The role is site-based and requires a proactive manager who is comfortable running refurbishment works through to completion. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience managing refurbishment projects, ideally within the education sector. You'll hold SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certifications as a minimum and have a strong understanding of health and safety compliance. An Enhanced DBS is required (or willingness to obtain one). You'll be well organised, an effective communicator, and confident managing multiple trades on a live site. What you'll get in return In return, you'll receive a competitive freelance day rate, paid via PAYE. You'll have the opportunity to work with a reputable regional contractor and the potential for ongoing freelance work on future projects within the region. 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)