Civil Site Manager - Groundworks & Civil Engineering Lead

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided

Company fuel card

Accommodation covered when workingaway

Pension scheme

28 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Ongoing training and development

Long-term progression opportunities

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is seeking a hands-on Site Manager with a strong civil engineering background. The role requires leading site teams, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring safe, on-time delivery across nationwide projects.

The ideal candidate will have drainage, utilities, concrete works, foundations, earthworks, and infrastructure experience, plus SMSTS and CSCS credentials. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Site Manager within civil engineering and groundworks.
• SMSTS Black Card qualification essential.
• CSCS Card required.
• First Aid qualification advantageous.
• Strong understanding of health & safety legislation and site compliance procedures.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades on-site.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and site documentation.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Willingness to travel nationwide and stay away when required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret site construction drawings.
• Understand setting out and cross-check from fixed Datum points.
• Ability to use laser level when checking excavation levels.
• Familiar with temporary works.
• Managing RAMS, toolbox talks, inductions, and site audits.
• Ability to manage civils direct labour and specialist Subcontractors.
• Ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with project programmes.
• Supervising subcontractors, direct labour, and site personnel.
• Conducting regular site inspections and ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Liaising with clients, consultants, suppliers, and internal management teams.
• Monitoring project progress and proactively resolving site-related issues.
• Coordinating plant, materials, and equipment required for site activities.
• Maintaining site records, reports, permits, and compliance documentation.
• Ensuring works are carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications, and company standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Health & safety

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

SMSTS Black Card

CSCS Card

First Aid

Tools

Laser level

Job description

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is seeking a hands-on Site Manager with a strong civil engineering background. The role requires leading site teams, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring safe, on-time delivery across nationwide projects.

The ideal candidate will have drainage, utilities, concrete works, foundations, earthworks, and infrastructure experience, plus SMSTS and CSCS credentials. Competitive salary and benefits offered.