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Discover new job roles in Portsmouth, United Kingdom

  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Portsmouth
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Construction - Building Projects
  • Industry

    Construction
  • Pay

    £325 - £350

Freelance Site Manager / Senior Site Manager

Freelance Site Manager / Senior Site Manager
Location: Portsmouth
Contract Length: 2–3 months
Start Date: ASAP
Pay: £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 to James.Mitchell@hays.com or call the Hays Southampton office for a confidential discussion.