Freelance Site Manager - Workington
| Posting date: | 04 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 March 2026 |
| Location: | Workington, Cumbria, CA14 4FA |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4767829_1770197945 |
Summary
Your new company
A well‑established national housebuilder with a strong presence across the North of England is seeking additional support on one of its active developments in Workington. The business is known for delivering high‑quality, affordable homes and maintaining strong site standards.
Your new role
You'll join the site team as a Freelance Site Manager, focusing specifically on internals and snagging across multiple plots. Your responsibilities will include driving homes through the final stages, coordinating trades, ensuring quality finishes, managing snag lists, and supporting the site team to achieve timely, customer‑ready completions. The contract is initially 4 weeks, with the potential to extend depending on site progress and performance.
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven experience managing internals and snagging on new‑build housing developments
- Strong eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem‑solving
- Ability to coordinate trades and maintain programme deadlines
- Up‑to‑date SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid
- Confident communicator who can work independently and integrate with an existing team
- Availability to start at short notice
What you'll get in return
- Competitive freelance day rate
- Opportunity to work with a respected national housebuilder
- Potential for contract extension beyond the initial 4 weeks
- A role where your expertise in finishing and snagging will make an immediate impact
What you need to do now
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