Site Manager, Congleton

Location: Congleton

Contract Type: Freelance

Rate: Competitive Day Rate

We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager to join our construction team on a live residential development in Congleton. This role will involve managing the site through to completion, ensuring delivery in full compliance with NHBC standards.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Site Manager with a strong background in delivering volume housing developments and maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and programme performance.

As a Freelance Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of a live housing development, ensuring the project is delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Working alongside an experienced team, including an additional Site Manager and two Assistant Site Managers, you will coordinate trades, manage subcontractors, liaise with the Contracts Manager, and ensure all homes are built in accordance with NHBC standards and Building Regulations.

• Manage daily site operations on a new-build housing development
• Ensure full compliance with NHBC standards and inspection requirements
• Maintain and enforce high standards of health and safety on site
• Drive the build programme to achieve key milestones and completion targets
• Conduct quality inspections and ensure remedial works are completed efficiently
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers
• Manage site logistics and material deliveries
• Attend and manage NHBC inspections
• Oversee plot completions through to CML and customer handover
• Maintain accurate site documentation and reporting

• Proven experience managing new-build residential developments
• Strong understanding of NHBC standards and inspection processes
• Valid SMSTS
• CSCS Black Card (Manager Level)
• First Aid at Work
• Strong organisational and leadership skills
• Ability to manage programme and quality under pressure
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities

• Competitive day rate, negotiable depending on experience
• Long-term contract potential
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity to work on a well-structured residential development
• Join an established PLC housebuilder with an excellent reputation

If you are an experienced Freelance Site Manager looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Sophie on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion or apply below.