Project/Site Manager

Cavendish Professionals; Guildford, Westbury-on-Severn; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd is seeking a Site/Project Manager to lead groundworks, civil engineering and infrastructure projects at sites around Gatwick. You will coordinate site teams, manage subcontractors and ensure programmes meet milestones.

This role requires proven delivery capability, strong leadership and compliance with health and safety regulations. A full UK driving licence is essential and professional certifications are needed.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Manager or Project Manager in groundworks, civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Proven track record delivering projects safely and on time.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and site teams.
• Commercial awareness and programme management experience.
• CSCS Management Card required.
• SMSTS required.
• First Aid at Work certification.
• Fire Marshal certification is beneficial.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations and project delivery.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.
• Monitor project programmes and achieve milestones.
• Ensure works comply with health and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections and QA checks.
• Manage project documentation, reporting and progress updates.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and senior management.
• Identify and resolve site issues to maintain programme objectives.
• Oversee labour, materials and plant requirements.
• Drive high standards of workmanship and operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Programme management

Health & safety awareness

CSCS Management Card

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Fire Marshal

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Site/Project Manager to join one of our well-established clients in Gatwick.

Our client is a leading UK construction company specialising in groundworks, civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations and project delivery.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and site teams.
• Monitor project programmes and ensure key milestones are achieved.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with health & safety regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality assurance checks.
• Manage project documentation, reporting and progress updates.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and senior management.
• Identify and resolve site issues to maintain programme objectives.
• Oversee labour, materials and plant requirements.
• Drive high standards of workmanship and operational excellence.

Skills & Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Site Manager or Project Manager within groundworks, civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Proven track record delivering projects safely and successfully.
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and site teams.
• Commercial awareness and programme management experience.
• CSCS Management Card (Essential)
• SMSTS (Essential)
• First Aid at Work
• Fire Marshal Certification
• Full UK Drivers License (Essential)

Cavendish (Recruitment) Professionals Ltd are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believe that inclusivity begins with the candidate experience. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of gender, race, age, sexual orientation, religion, or belief