Site Manager

New Step Recruitment

Role: Site Manager (Finishes & Externals)
Company: Regional House Builder
Location: Cranbrook, Kent
Project: Small Residential Development – Finishes & Externals
Start Date: 12th January 2026
Contract: Freelance – Long Term for the Right Person
Rate: £280 – £300 per day CIS or Limited

About the Role

A well-established regional house builder is seeking a Site Manager to complete a small residential development in Cranbrook, Kent, taking the project through finishes and externals starting on site on the 12th January 2026.

The business is happy to consider a strong No.2 / Assistant Site Manager who is confident stepping up to run the site, provided they are technically capable and strong on paperwork and reporting.

This is a well-organised, high-quality site, and the role will involve full day-to-day control of site activities, subcontractor coordination, and quality management, while reporting directly to the Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities

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Managing the site through finishes and external works to completion

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Full day-to-day site management and coordination of subcontractors

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Maintaining high standards of quality control and snag management

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Managing all site paperwork, including RAMS, permits, daily records, and H&S documentation

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Producing clear and accurate progress and technical reports for the Operations Manager

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Ensuring full health & safety compliance on site

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Managing inspections, sign-offs, and handover activities

Requirements

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Proven experience as a Site Manager or a strong No.2 / Assistant Site Manager ready to step up

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Strong experience with finishes and externals on residential projects

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Excellent paperwork, reporting, and organisational skills

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Technically competent and detail-focused

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Confident managing subcontractors and running a site

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Reliable, professional, and able to work autonomously

Requirements

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Experience on residential developments

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SMSTS

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CSCS card

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First Aid

What’s On Offer

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A nice, well-run project at completion stage

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Join a growing house builder with a strong pipeline in 2026

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Freelance role starting 12th January 2026

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Long-term opportunity for the right person

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£280 per day

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Direct reporting line to an experienced Operations Manager

Role: Site Manager (Finishes & Externals)
Company: Regional House Builder
Location: Cranbrook, Kent
Project: Small Residential Development – Finishes & Externals
Start Date: 12th January 2026
Contract: Freelance – Long Term for the Right Person
Rate: £280 – £300 per day