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Job Opportunity: Freelance Construction Site Manager - Industrial Warehouse Project
Location: South Shields, UK
Contract Type: Freelance
Project Duration: 4 to 5 Months
Start Date: Imminently
Sector: Industrial Construction

About the Project
We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Freelance Construction Site Manager to step in immediately and oversee the rapid delivery of a fast-track industrial warehouse build in South Shields.

Reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, you will take full on-site control of the remaining construction phases, driving the project efficiently through handover

Key Responsibilities
* Rapid-Response Site Leadership: Take immediate control of day-to-day site operations, coordinating all active sub-contractors, trades, and on-site staff.
* H&S Compliance: Ensure uncompromising standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance, running regular tool-box talks and site audits under a compressed schedule.
* Accelerated Programme Delivery: Closely manage the fast-track construction schedule, proactively identifying bottlenecks and implementing immediate corrective actions to keep milestones strictly on track.
* Quality Assurance: Oversee rigorous quality control inspections for structural steel frame components, cladding, and industrial flooring finishes.
* Stakeholder Liaison: Lead regular progress meetings with clients, design teams, and local authorities to maintain transparent communication.
* Site Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date site diaries, permits, and progress reporting logs.

Key Requirements
* Experience: Proven freelance or interim track record managing fast-track industrial, commercial, or steel-frame warehouse construction projects.
* Mandatory Tickets:
o Valid SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
o First Aid at Work certificate
o CSCS Card (Black Manager level)
* Technical Expertise: Strong background in managing rapid structural erection, envelope cladding, and final fit-out stages.
* Commercial Awareness: Ability to drive productivity under time pressure while working alongside Quantity Surveyors to control site costs.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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