Freelance Site Manager Plymouth

Freelance Lead Site Manager – Main Contractor Plymouth | £300-£400 per day PAYE JHR Recruitment is working with a well-established main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the South West. Due to continued growth and a secured pipeline of work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Lead Site Manager to take responsibility for a key project in Plymouth. The Project You will lead the delivery of a £400k refurbishment to a commercial building within a high security military base in Plymouth. This is a fast paced, technically focused project including new M&E install. Requiring strong coordination, programme management, and attention to detail to ensure minimal disruption and high-quality execution. The Role As Lead Site Manager, you will take full site responsibility, reporting to a visiting contracts manager overseeing all site operations from start to completion. Key responsibilities include: * Managing day-to-day site activities and subcontractors * Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification * Coordinating trades and managing site logistics on a live high security environment * Driving quality standards and ensuring compliance with design requirements * Monitoring progress and reporting to senior management * Maintaining strong client relationships on site * Ensuring all H&S procedures and company policies are adhered to About You * Proven experience as a Site Manager / Lead Site Manager with a main contractor * Ideally have prior experience on high security or military projects * Will need to have a BPSS clearance * SMSTS, Black or White CSCS Card and First Aid qualified * Excellent organisational and communication skills * Ability to lead teams and drive programme on site This is a great opportunity to join a business known for its quality delivery and supportive culture, with real opportunity for progression and further projects in Devon. To apply or find out more, please contact: Martin Randall – JHR Recruitment (phone number removed)