Site Manager

  • Girling Jones Ltd
  • North Tawton, Devon
  • 18/05/2026
Contract Construction

Job Description

Freelance Site Manager North Tawton, Devon

We re looking for an experienced Freelance Site Manager to take the lead on a £1.5m office refurbishment project within a large live manufacturing facility in North Tawton, Devon.
This is a long-term opportunity for a hands-on Freelance Site Manager with a strong fit out background who s confident managing client relationships, driving programmes and keeping standards high on site from day one.
The project is predominantly fit out focused, alongside elements of structural refurbishment works. Phase one runs through to October, with the second phase continuing until mid-2027.

The Role

As Freelance Site Manager, you ll be responsible for:
  • Day-to-day site management
  • Coordinating trades and subcontractors
  • Managing health & safety across site
  • Chairing and attending regular client progress meetings
  • Ensuring works are delivered to programme and quality standards
  • Managing site logistics within a live manufacturing environment
  • Monitoring progress and reporting back to senior management
  • Driving standards across finishes and fit out delivery
What We re Looking For
  • Proven fit out/refurbishment experience ESSENTIAL
  • Strong client-facing and communication skills
  • Experience managing projects within live environments
  • Ability to drive programme and manage subcontractors effectively
  • Immediate availability preferred
Essential Tickets
  • CSCS
  • SMSTS
  • First Aid
The Offer
  • £260 per day CIS
  • Immediate start
  • Long-term freelance opportunity through to mid-2027
  • High-profile refurbishment project with a strong pipeline of work
If you re a driven Freelance Site Manager looking for your next long-term contract in Devon, we d like to hear from you.