Externals Manager

Job Title: Freelance Externals Manager

Location: London
Rate: Competitive Day Rate (DOE)
Contract: Freelance | Immediate Start

We are working with a leading Tier 1 main contractor who is looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Externals Manager to oversee the delivery of the external works package on a high-quality new build project in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in managing external works from groundworks through to final completion.

• Manage all external works packages from start to finish.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to a high standard.
• Oversee:
  • Kerbing
  • Paving
  • Hard landscaping
  • Soft landscaping
  • External finishes
  • Roads and footpaths
  • Drainage interfaces
• Ensure quality inspections and snagging are completed in line with programme.
• Monitor site health & safety and ensure compliance with company procedures.
• Work closely with the Project Manager, Site Team and subcontractors to maintain programme milestones.
• Attend site meetings and provide regular progress updates.
• Resolve technical and site coordination issues efficiently.

• Proven experience as an Externals Manager or Senior Site Manager delivering external works packages on new build projects.
• Strong understanding of kerbs, paving, hard landscaping and soft landscaping.
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors and coordinating external works.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Able to drive programme while maintaining high standards of quality and health & safety.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid are essential.

• Long-term freelance opportunity.
• Competitive day rate.
• Immediate start.
• Opportunity to join a well-established Tier 1 contractor on a prestigious project.
• Supportive site team with an excellent project pipeline.

If you have the experience to successfully deliver complex external works packages and are available for your next freelance assignment, we'd like to hear from you.