Freelance Site Manager – Social Housing (Kitchen & Bathroom Programme)
Velocity Recruitment
West Ham · posted 10 August 2026
Salary
£290 – £320 a day
Job type
full time
Location
West Ham, Greater London
Category
Construction
Freelance Site Manager – Social Housing (Kitchen & Bathroom Programme)
Location: East London
Contract: Freelance (Long-Term)
Start: Immediate
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager to join our team on a long-term social housing refurbishment programme across street properties in East London, working for a well-established main contractor.
Reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing a programme of occupied kitchen and bathroom replacement works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage day-to-day site operations across occupied street properties.
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Oversee subcontractors and direct labour to ensure works are completed in line with programme targets.
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Maintain high standards of health and safety, ensuring full site compliance.
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Liaise with residents, client representatives, and the Contracts Manager to provide excellent customer service throughout the programme.
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Monitor quality, productivity, and progress across multiple properties.
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Carry out site inspections and ensure all documentation and reports are completed accurately.
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Coordinate works to minimise disruption to residents while maintaining programme delivery.
Requirements:
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Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering social housing refurbishment projects.
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Previous experience managing occupied kitchen and bathroom replacement programmes is essential.
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Experience working across dispersed street properties is highly desirable.
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Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and quality standards.
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Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to manage multiple trades and coordinate works across several occupied properties.
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Valid SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid at Work certificates.
What's on Offer:
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Long-term freelance opportunity.
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Competitive day rate.
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Ongoing work with a reputable main contractor delivering a large social housing programme.
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Supportive team environment with direct reporting to an experienced Contracts Manager.
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Immediate start available.
If you have the relevant experience and are looking for a long-term freelance opportunity on a busy social housing refurbishment programme, we'd like to hear from you. Please send your CV, availability, and expected day rate to apply
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