Groundworks Site Manager

RTL Group Ltd; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Long-term opportunity

Established construction team

Professional and supportive working环境

Job summary

RTL Group Ltd in East Sussex is seeking an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to oversee on-site groundworks operations on a live project in Wivelsfield.

You will manage site teams, coordinate subcontractors and plant, ensure works meet drawings, specs and programmes, and maintain high health and safety standards. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary dependent on experience and a proactive, supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Site Manager in groundworks or civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of drainage, foundations, roads and sewers.
• A proactive approach to health and safety and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all day-to-day groundworks operations on site.
• Supervise site operatives, subcontractors and plant.
• Ensure works comply with drawings, specifications and project programmes.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety across the site.
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and safety inspections.
• Monitor progress and report issues or delays to management.
• Coordinate materials, plant and labour for efficient site operations.
• Liaise with clients, engineers and other contractors.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accurate site records, RAMS and daily reports.

Skills

SMSTS

CSCS

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

Job description

Groundworks Site Manager

Location: Wivelsfield, East Sussex

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Job Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to oversee groundworks operations on a project in Wivelsfield. The successful candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering and groundworks, with the ability to manage site teams, coordinate subcontractors and ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and to the required standard.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and organised Site Manager to join a busy construction team.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all day-to-day groundworks operations on site.
• Supervise site operatives, subcontractors and plant.
• Ensure all works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and project programmes.
• Maintain high standards of health and safety across the site.
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and regular safety inspections.
• Monitor progress and report any issues or delays to the project management team.
• Coordinate materials, plant and labour to ensure efficient site operations.
• Liaise with clients, engineers, quantity surveyors and other contractors.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with relevant construction regulations.
• Maintain accurate site records, RAMS and daily reports.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within groundworks or civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of drainage, foundations, roads, sewers and associated infrastructure works.
• SMSTS qualification.
• CSCS card.
• First Aid at Work qualification desirable.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• A proactive approach to health and safety and problem-solving.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, depending on experience.
• Long-term opportunity for the right candidate.
• The chance to work with an established construction team.
• A professional and supportive working environment.