Site Manager

Freelance Site Manager / Senior Site Manager

Location: PortsmouthContract Length: 2-3 monthsStart Date: ASAPPay: £350 per day (PAYE / Umbrella only - No CIS)

We are recruiting for an experienced Site Manager / Senior Site Manager to support a leading South Coast contractor on a major educational development in Portsmouth. This role focuses on early-phase delivery, including full site set-up, civils coordination, and utilities installation during a key stage of the project.

Role Responsibilities

• Overseeing full site establishment and logistics planning
• Managing groundworks and civils interfaces
• Coordinating temporary works with the project engineering team
• Planning and sequencing utilities and service installation
• Leading daily coordination with subcontractors
• Ensuring all works meet safety standards, specifications and programme targets
• Supporting quality checks, site compliance and daily reporting

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on large construction schemes
• Strong background in groundworks, civils and early-stage project delivery
• Ability to manage multiple trades and maintain site standards
• Excellent communication and coordination skills

Essential certifications:

• Black CSCS Card
• SMSTS
• Asbestos Awareness

What's on Offer

• 2-3 month contract
• Immediate start available
• £350 per day (PAYE / Umbrella)
• Opportunity to work on a major South Coast education project

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send your CV or call the Hays Southampton office for a confidential discussion.

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