At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee site activities and manage subcontractors for a factory project in Leicester.
- Company: Dynamic construction firm with exciting projects and growth opportunities.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rates, potential for future contracts, and hands-on experience.
- Other info: Ideal for those seeking medium-term contracts with excellent career prospects.
- Why this job: Lead a key project and make a real impact in the construction industry.
- Qualifications: Proven site management experience and essential certifications required.
Location: Leicester
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract
Daily Rate: £280 - £300 per day (Umbrella)
Project Duration: 4 to 6 months
Start Date: July/August 2026
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager to oversee the internals package of a Factory project in Leicester. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all on-site activities, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time, and to the required quality standards.
This role requires strong leadership and coordination skills, with a focus on managing an internals package of a construction build extension project, in a live / sanitary environment. The Site Manager will supervise subcontractors, manage site logistics, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations throughout the project duration, ensuring work is completed within construction methods.
This is a medium-term contract role, ideal for candidates with proven internals site management experience who hold the necessary certifications. The role offers competitive daily rates paid Umbrella and the contractor may offer future contracts based on successful completion and handover of works.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and supervise all site activities related to the internals programme
- Coordinate subcontractors and site operatives to maintain programme and quality
- Ensure full compliance with health and safety standards and site rules
- Oversee site set-up, welfare, and logistics to support smooth operations
- Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and maintain site documentation
- Liaise with client representatives and project teams to resolve issues promptly
- Monitor progress and report on site performance
Skills:
- Proven experience in construction build and delivery of internals or fit out site management
- Strong leadership and team coordination abilities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage site health and safety compliance effectively
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Problem-solving and decision-making capability under pressure
- Experience managing subcontractors and site logistics
- Knowledge of site documentation and reporting procedures
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of site delivery
- Flexibility to work extended hours if required
Certifications & Standards:
- SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) – Essential
- First Aid Certification – Essential
- CSCS Card – Essential
For more information on the role, please contact Andrew Birch.
