Demolition / Civils Manager

SEDR Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Demolition / Civils Manager to lead multiple projects across Scotland and Northern England. The role involves operational oversight, project planning, and team management in fast-paced environments. Candidates should have strong demolition experience, CCDO Manager credentials, and a full UK driving license. This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £70,000 with additional benefits including a vehicle allowance and travel expenses.

Qualifications

• CCDO Manager / Advanced CCDO (ideal).
• SMSTS essential.
• Strong demolition and civils management background.
• Experience running multi-site demolition programmes.
• Excellent knowledge of HSE legislation and technical standards.
• Confident managing teams, budgets, and client relationships.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage demolition and enabling works across multiple live sites.
• Oversee building demolition, industrial strip-out, and underground service decommissioning.
• Plan project sequencing and safe systems of work.
• Prepare and review RAMS and compliance packs.
• Manage supervisors and civils teams.
• Provide progress reporting and programme updates.
• Build relationships with clients and authorities.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards.
• Support tendering and project handover.

Skills

Demolition management

Operational oversight

Project planning

Team management

Client relationship management

Job description

Salary : £60,000 – £70,000 + vehicle / allowance + travel expenses

Region : Scotland & Northern England

Employment : Full-time, permanent

Overview

SEDR Recruitment is seeking an experienced Demolition / Civils Manager to lead multiple demolition, enabling works, and below-ground service removal projects across Scotland and the North of England. This senior role requires strong operational oversight, multi-site leadership, technical planning, and deep demolition / civils expertise.

With significant travel and responsibility for project delivery and workforce coordination, the successful applicant will be a highly capable leader familiar with fast-paced, safety-critical environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage demolition and enabling works across multiple live sites
• Oversee building demolition, industrial strip-out, pipework removal, and underground service decommissioning
• Plan project sequencing, resources, and safe systems of work
• Prepare and review RAMS, permits, temporary works documentation, and compliance packs
• Manage supervisors, civils teams, subcontractors, and plant allocation
• Provide progress reporting, programme updates, and cost-management input
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, engineers, and local authorities
• Ensure works meet CCDO, BS 6187, HSG47 / HSG150, and CDM requirements
• Support tendering, pre-construction reviews, and project handover

Required Qualifications & Experience

• CCDO Manager / Advanced CCDO (ideal)
• SMSTS essential
• Strong demolition and civils management background
• Experience running multi-site demolition programmes
• Excellent knowledge of HSE legislation, technical standards, and demolition guidance
• Confident managing teams, budgets, and client relationships
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel extensively