Groundworks Site Manager

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing groundworks contractor in Watford seeks a Groundworks Site Manager to oversee a £2.6m project, including demolition and site preparation for a new skate park. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications (SMSTS, First Aid) and significant project management experience. This dynamic company offers a chance to grow with them in an exciting and challenging role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a management role.
• Experience managing £2m projects previously.
• Client-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Manage a £2.6m contract including demolition and installation of underground drainage.
• Conduct design reviews, programming, and health & safety assessments.
• Coordinate with sub-contractors and lead progress meetings.

Skills

Health & Safety

Sub-contractor coordination

Quality Assurance

Education

SMSTS qualification

First Aid qualification

Job description

Groundworks Site Manager, watford, hertfordshire

Client:

Michael Taylor Search & Selection Ltd

Location:

watford, hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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