Groundworks Site Manager

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic groundworks contractor seeks a Groundworks Site Manager to oversee a £2.6m contract. The successful candidate will manage demolition and drainage projects, ensuring adherence to health and safety protocols while coordinating with clients and subcontractors. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a growing company in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must have SMSTS and First Aid qualifications.
• Experience managing £2m projects previously.
• A minimum of 3 years experience in a management role.

Responsibilities

• Manage a £2.6m contract for groundworks.
• Conduct design reviews and short term programming.
• Coordinate health & safety and quality assurance efforts.

Skills

Health & Safety

Quality Assurance

Client facing

Sub-contractor coordination

Education

SMSTS qualification

First Aid qualification

Job description

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Groundworks Site Manager, newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear

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Client:

Michael Taylor Search & Selection Ltd

Location:

newcastle-upon-tyne, tyne and wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Client: Our client are a specialist groundworks and builders work contractor. The business was set up 18 months ago by an Ex-Director from a multi-million pound contractor. Turnover is currently at £5 million. They are a young, dynamic business who are continuously growing. After a successful period of winning work, they are looking to expand their operations team and are seeking a Groundworks Site Manager.

The successful candidate will be managing a £2.6m contract which involves the demolition of an existing skate park, adding new underground drainage, levelling and filling the site ready for the specialist contractor to install a new skate park.

Responsibilities:

• Design Review (scope gaps / clashes)
• Short term programming.
• Health & Safety (RAMS).
• Sub-contractor coordination.
• Quality Assurance
• Liaising with client team and sub-contractors
• Progress meetings with sub-contractors

The ideal candidate:

• Must have SMSTS and First Aid qualifications
• Experience managing £2m projects previously
• Client facing
• A minimum of 3 years experience in a management role