Groundworks Site Manager: Civil Engineering Lead

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

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.