Civils Site Manager

We Build Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Civils Site Manager to oversee day-to-day civil engineering activities on-site in the United Kingdom. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in groundworks, including drainage and foundations, along with necessary safety certifications. The role involves managing site operations, ensuring health and safety compliance, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager (Groundworks / Civil Engineering).
• Strong technical understanding of groundwork activities — drainage, foundations, roads, utilities, etc.
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) qualification.
• CSCS (Black Card or equivalent).
• First Aid at Work certification.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all site-based groundworks operations.
• Ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and timelines.
• Oversee site health, safety, and environmental management.
• Manage and monitor site labour, plant, and materials.

Skills

Site management

Technical understanding of groundwork

Health and safety compliance

Project management

Job description

We Build Recruitment are now recruiting for a Civils Site Manager on behalf of our client, a leading North West based Civils contractor.

The Site Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of all groundwork and civil engineering activities on-site. This includes overseeing site operations, ensuring health and safety compliance, maintaining quality standards, managing labour and subcontractors, and ensuring the project is delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate all site-based groundworks operations, including excavation, drainage, foundations, roads, and external works.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications, and project timelines.
• Oversee site health, safety, and environmental management, ensuring full compliance with legislation and company procedures.
• Manage and monitor site labour, plant, and materials to achieve maximum efficiency and cost control.
• Liaise with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and local authorities to ensure smooth progress of works.
• Conduct daily site briefings, toolbox talks, and ensure method statements and risk assessments are in place.
• Maintain accurate site records, including diaries, progress reports, material deliveries, and plant usage.
• Work closely with the commercial team to monitor progress, variations, and resource requirements.
• Drive quality and productivity on-site, ensuring all work meets required standards and specifications.
• Identify and resolve any technical or site-related issues promptly.

Qualifications and Experience:

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Site Manager (Groundworks / Civil Engineering).
• Strong technical understanding of groundwork activities — drainage, foundations, roads, utilities, etc.
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) qualification.
• CSCS (Black Card or equivalent).
• First Aid at Work certification.
• Full UK driving licence.