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Posted 25 July, 2026

Freelance Site Manager - Manchester

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Stockport, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Your new companyA well-established regional contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Site Manager to oversee a specialist roofing and refurbishment project within a highly prominent public facility in the North West. The scheme is taking place in a busy, fully operational environment with significant daily footfall, requiring excellent stakeholder management and a proactive approach to health and safety.Your new roleYou will take responsibility for managing a live roofing and re-insulation project involving flat roofing works, temporary weather protection systems and associated refurbishment activities. The works are located at the heart of a busy visitor destination, with public access maintained throughout the project.This role requires a Site Manager who is confident operating in challenging live environments, coordinating subcontractors, maintaining programme targets and liaising with multiple stakeholders including client representatives, site users and members of the public.What you'll need to succeedPrevious experience managing flat roofing and building envelope projectsGood technical understanding of roofing, insulation and weatherproofing systemsSMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualificationsStrong knowledge of health & safety legislation and site complianceExperience working within busy occupied or public-facing environmentsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to manage subcontractors and maintain high-quality standardsProven track record delivering projects safely within programmeWhat you'll get in returnImmediate start availableCompetitive daily rateWeekly pay via umbrella PAYEOpportunity to work on a prestigious refurbishment projectSupport from a dedicated Hays Construction consultantPotential for further project opportunities upon completionWhat you need to do nowIf 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.

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