Civils Manager

ARC Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor in the UK is seeking a Civils Site Manager for a role in Ipswich. You will lead all civil engineering activities from pre-construction to handover, ensuring compliance and quality in a high-profile project. The ideal candidate should have significant experience managing large-scale industrial and commercial works, as well as utility coordination from design to installation. This permanent position offers a salary range of £55-£60k, along with a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Civils Site Manager on large industrial or commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of Section 278 works and local authority procedures.
• Experience across drainage, foundations, and civils infrastructure packages.

Responsibilities

• Lead all on-site civils activities, ensuring high-quality delivery.
• Manage large-scale earthworks including cut/fill and compliance.
• Coordinate with utility providers for installation phases.

Skills

Civils Site Management

Section 278 works

Earthworks

Drainage supervision

Utility coordination

Stakeholder management

QA systems knowledge

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering

CSCS Managers/Professionals Card

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Civils Site Manager

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Salary: £55-£60k + Package
Employment Type: Permanent

About the Company

Our client is a leading commercial construction contractor delivering large-scale industrial, logistics and commercial developments across the UK. Due to continued growth and the award of a major new scheme, they are seeking an experienced Civils Site Manager to take ownership of all civil engineering works.

The Opportunity

This is a key role for an ambitious civils professional who wants to lead the full lifecycle of civil engineering delivery — from pre-construction through to handover. You'll be the driving force behind Section 278 works, earthworks, drainage, foundations, and complex utility infrastructure coordination, playing a pivotal part in shaping the success of a high-profile development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all on-site civils activities, ensuring safe, high-quality delivery and adherence to programme.
• Oversee Section 278 highway works, liaising with local authorities and managing adoption and audit processes.
• Manage large-scale earthworks including cut/fill, compaction, and compliance/testing to specification.
• Supervise drainage and foundation works, ensuring full design accuracy and quality standards.
• Coordinate with utility providers (electricity, water, gas, telecoms) from early design stages through to installation and final connection.
• Ensure off-site and on-site utility infrastructure aligns with the main civils package.
• Review drawings/specifications to identify value engineering and design improvements.
• Work collaboratively with design consultants and stakeholders to optimise cost, time, and quality outcomes.
• Monitor progress, budgets, and QA processes; maintain accurate site records including ITPs, QA documentation, RAMS, and as-builts.
• Manage subcontractors, plant, and suppliers, maintaining strong working relationships across the project team.
• Champion health, safety, and environmental compliance at all stages.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven track record as a Civils Site Manager on large industrial, commercial, or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of Section 278 works and local authority adoption procedures.
• Well-rounded experience across earthworks, drainage, foundations, and civils infrastructure packages.
• Demonstrable utility coordination experience with statutory undertakers.
• Ability to review technical drawings and implement practical design or value-engineering solutions.
• Effective leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially aware with a clear understanding of programme and cost impacts.
• Familiar with QA systems, site documentation, and construction processes.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (preferred).
• CSCS Managers/Professionals Card.
• SMSTS.
• First Aid at Work.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

To be considered for this role please apply with your CV, for a confidential conversation please contact Jenny Saban in our Cambridge office.