Onsite Manager

Kelston Sparkes; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is on the lookout for a skilled Site Manager to lead earthworks and civil engineering projects. This role involves overseeing site operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing teams to deliver projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with a solid understanding of groundworks and infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity to work on major projects in a collaborative environment, where your expertise will greatly contribute to the success of the team and the company.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Training opportunities

Opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager in earthworks or civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of groundworks, drainage, highways, and concrete works.
• Valid UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise site operations for earthworks and civil infrastructure projects.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Conduct site inspections and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Site Management

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Groundworks

Health and Safety Compliance

Education

SMSTS Certification

CPCS / CSCS Card

First Aid at Work Certification

Temporary Works Coordinator Certification

Tools

Construction Software

Project Management Tools

GPS and Machine Control Systems

Job description

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Recruitment Resource Manager at Kelston Sparkes

Job Title: Earthworks and Civil Engineering Site Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Site Manager to oversee and coordinate all on-site activities related to earthworks and civil engineering projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing teams, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage all site operations for earthworks and civil infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate groundworks including excavation, grading, trenching, backfilling, and drainage.
• Manage subcontractors, suppliers, and in-house crews to ensure timely and quality execution of works.
• Monitor site progress against schedule, address delays, and report to project management.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations (CDM Regulations).
• Liaise with clients, engineers, architects, and local authorities.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Conduct site inspections, quality control checks, and ensure workmanship meets required standards.
• Maintain accurate site records, daily reports, and site diaries.
• Order and manage materials and plant equipment effectively.
• Lead toolbox talks, risk assessments, and safety briefings.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Site Manager in earthworks or civil engineering.
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification.
• CPCS / CSCS Card
• Strong knowledge of groundworks, drainage, highways, concrete works, and infrastructure.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools and construction software.
• Valid UK driving license (if UK-based).
• First Aid at Work certification.
• Temporary Works Coordinator certification.
• Experience with GPS and machine control systems.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on major infrastructure projects.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

• Industries

  Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing, Civil Engineering, and Construction

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