Civils Works Manager

Auctus Management Group Limited; Hinckley and Bosworth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Auctus Management Group Limited seeks a Civils Works Manager for its project in Hinckley, Leicestershire. You will oversee operations, coordinate resources, ensure safety and quality compliance, and lead multidisciplinary teams to meet project goals.

Key duties include site/plant oversight, budget control, schedule development, and continuous improvement across civils activities. Strong highways/civils background and UK-site mobility are essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience managing highways or civils projects in the UK.
• Proven leadership of directly employed and subcontracted teams.
• Valid CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid at Work.
• Based in or willing to commute to Hinckley, with full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site activities to meet timelines and budgets.
• Lead and supervise staff, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Allocate labour, equipment, and materials efficiently.
• Implement safety protocols and maintain compliance.
• Develop production schedules and project plans.
• Address on-site challenges and coordinate across departments.

Skills

Highways experience

Team leadership

Site management

CSCS card

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

UK driving licence

Job description

We are currently looking for a Civils Works Manager for an important Civils client of ours based in Hinckley, Leicestershire

The Works Manager will oversee operations, coordinates resources, ensures safety and quality compliance, and leads teams to achieve project or plant objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Project and Operations Management: Oversee daily activities on construction sites, manufacturing plants, or municipal works to ensure projects meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards
• Team Leadership: Lead and supervise staff, subcontractors, and suppliers, ensuring productivity, compliance, and effective communication
• Resource Allocation: Manage labor, equipment, and materials efficiently to optimize workflow and operational efficiency
• Health and Safety Compliance: Implement and monitor safety protocols, ensuring a secure work environment and adherence to industry regulations
• Quality Assurance: Maintain high standards of work quality, monitor project progress, and enforce compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Strategic Planning: Develop production schedules, project plans, and operational strategies to meet organizational goals
• Problem Solving: Address on-site challenges, resolve conflicts, and ensure smooth operations across all departments or project areas
• Works Managers may also be responsible for budget management, logistics coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives in production or operational processes
• In municipal or public works contexts, the role may include oversight of infrastructure maintenance, waste management, and community service projects
  This role is critical for ensuring that projects or operations run efficiently, safely, and in compliance with all standards, while providing leadership and guidance to teams across multiple functions.

Essential Requirements

• Highways & Civils Experience: Strong, practical track record working as a Works Manager, General Foreman, or Senior General Foreman on UK highways or local authority roads projects.
• Hands-On Leadership: Proven ability to manage direct workforces and sub-contractors efficiently on live, fast-paced civil engineering schemes.
• Site Ready & Qualified: Must hold a valid CSCS card, SMSTS, and First Aid at Work (NRSWA / Streetworks qualifications are highly desirable).
• Location & Mobility: Based in or commutable to Hinckley, Leicestershire area with a full UK driving licence to cover regional site operations.