Groundworks Site Manager – Civil Construction Lead

Smith's (gloucester) Limited; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance Scheme

Free on-site Parking

Company van or van share

PPE

Corporate gym membership discount

Annual Salary Review

Employee discount (50% on Skip Hire,其他

Progression opportunities

24 hour unlimited access to mental健康支持

Job summary

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is seeking an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to oversee groundworks and civil engineering operations on construction sites. You will ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence while coordinating subcontractors and materials.

The role requires 3–5 years of site management experience in groundworks, SMSTS certification, and a valid UK driving licence. A proactive leader with strong communication will thrive in this customer-focused, South West–area role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager, directly managing groundworks/civil engineering (minimum 3–5 years).
• Strong knowledge of groundwork techniques including foundations, drainage, and concrete works.
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification.
• CSCS card (Black, Gold or White preferred).
• First Aid at Work certificate.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical documents.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with project specifications.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, site operatives, plant, and materials.
• Quantify materials from site drawings and place material requisitions.
• Interpret technical drawings and plans to guide the work on-site.
• Proactively raise RFIs.
• Ensure all groundwork elements (e.g., excavation, concrete works, drainage, roads, foundations) are delivered to specification and all relevant QA records are kept up to date.
• Maintain daily records of site activity and progress.
• Monitor health and safety compliance and carry out toolbox talks, site inductions and brief method statements and risk assessments.
• Liaise with clients, contracts managers, engineers, and senior management to provide updates and resolve issues.
• Manage site logistics, including deliveries, material handling, and waste disposal.
• Ensure all plant and machinery is used correctly and maintained in good working order.
• Handle any on-site issues promptly and professionally, escalating when necessary.
• Prepare and write method statements, risk assessments, and quality assurance documentation in line with PC requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings/technical documents

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

UK driving licence

First Aid at Work

Education

NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management or equivalent

Civil engineering qualification

Job description

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is seeking an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to oversee groundworks and civil engineering operations on construction sites. You will ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence while coordinating subcontractors and materials.

The role requires 3–5 years of site management experience in groundworks, SMSTS certification, and a valid UK driving licence. A proactive leader with strong communication will thrive in this customer-focused, South West–area role.