Lead Tunnelling Site Manager

RTL Group Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

RTL Group Ltd., a national civil engineering contractor, seeks an experienced Site Manager to deliver a major tunnelling scheme in Ipswich with an immediate start. You will oversee day-to-day operations, liaise with clients, and coordinate tunnelling activities on a long-term project.

The role requires strong civil engineering background, SMSTS, CSCS Black/Gold, and a full UK driving licence, with IT literacy and a keen focus on health and safety.

Qualifications

• IT literacy and ability to use standard software for site management and reporting.
• Strong focus on health & safety compliance and risk management.
• Experience coordinating site teams and liaising with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead toolbox talks and coordinate day-to-day site operations.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders to report progress and issues.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and quality control on site.
• Order materials and manage RAMS, permits, and temporary works.
• Supervise subcontractors and site teams and coordinate tunnelling activities.
• Ensure works are delivered on programme and to specification.
• Support the Project Manager with programme delivery and client reporting.
• Oversee inspections and maintain site records.

Skills

IT literate

Health & safety awareness

Client liaison

Tools

CSCS - Black/Gold

SMSTS

Full UK driving licence

Job description

RTL Group Ltd., a national civil engineering contractor, seeks an experienced Site Manager to deliver a major tunnelling scheme in Ipswich with an immediate start. You will oversee day-to-day operations, liaise with clients, and coordinate tunnelling activities on a long-term project.

The role requires strong civil engineering background, SMSTS, CSCS Black/Gold, and a full UK driving licence, with IT literacy and a keen focus on health and safety.