Site Manager

Job Title: Freelance Site Manager – Façade Remediation Project

Location: Rotherhithe

Contract Type: Freelance / Contract

Duration: 6 months

Start Date: May 26 

 

Project Overview

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager to oversee a façade remediation project on a live, occupied residential development. This role requires a strong focus on safety, coordination, and resident engagement, ensuring works are delivered efficiently while minimizing disruption to occupants.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, and to the required quality standards


• Oversee façade remediation works, including cladding replacement, fire safety upgrades, and associated external envelope repairs


• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel


• Maintain strict adherence to health & safety regulations, particularly within a live residential environment


• Implement and monitor site-specific risk assessments and method statements (RAMS)


• Act as the primary point of contact for residents, addressing concerns and maintaining clear communication


• Ensure minimal disruption to occupied flats through careful planning and logistics management


• Conduct regular site inspections and quality checks


• Liaise with the client, consultants, and project stakeholders, providing progress updates


• Maintain accurate site records, including daily logs, reports, and incident records

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on façade remediation or external envelope projects


• Experience working in live, occupied residential buildings is essential


• Strong knowledge of current health & safety legislation and best practices


• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification


• CSCS card (Black or Gold preferred)


• First Aid at Work certification


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly in resident-facing environments


• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and maintain programme under challenging conditions


• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities

Desirable

• Experience with fire remediation / cladding replacement projects


• Knowledge of building safety regulations and compliance requirements


• Temporary works coordination experience (TWC/TWS)