Site Manager - Social housing Refurbishment
Velocity Recruitment
Wandsworth · posted 10 August 2026
Salary
£290 – £320 a day
Job type
full time
Location
Wandsworth, Greater London
Category
Construction
Freelance Site Manager – Social Housing (Kitchen & Bathroom Programme)
Location: Wandsworth, 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 project in Wandsworth, working for a well-established main contractor.
Reporting directly to the Contracts Manager, you will be responsible for managing a programme of occupied kitchen and bathroom replacement works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, to budget, and to a high standard of quality.
Key Responsibilities:
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Oversee day-to-day site operations on occupied residential properties.
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Manage subcontractors and direct labour to ensure programme targets are achieved.
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Maintain high standards of health and safety and ensure site compliance at all times.
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Liaise with residents, client representatives, and the Contracts Manager to ensure excellent customer service.
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Monitor quality, progress, and productivity across multiple workstreams.
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Ensure all site documentation, inspections, and reports are completed accurately.
Requirements:
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Proven experience as a Site Manager delivering social housing refurbishment projects.
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Experience managing occupied kitchen and bathroom replacement programmes is preferred
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Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations and quality standards.
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Excellent communication and organisational skills.
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Ability to manage multiple trades and maintain programme delivery in occupied homes.
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Valid SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid certificates.
What's on Offer:
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Long-term freelance opportunity.
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Competitive day rate.
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Stable pipeline of work with a reputable main contractor.
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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 well-established social housing programme, we'd like to hear from you.
Please send your CV along with your availability and expected day rate
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