Senior Groundworks & Civils Site Manager – 278 Roads

RTL Group Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading groundworks and civil engineering contractor in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Groundworks / Civils Site Manager for Section 278 works and road improvements. Responsibilities include managing site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and coordinating subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have a strong civil engineering background, relevant certifications, and excellent leadership skills. This freelance position offers a competitive salary or day rate and a long-term opportunity within a supportive management team.

Benefits

Competitive salary or day rate

Long-term opportunity

Supportive management team

Career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within civil engineering or groundworks.
• Strong background in Section 278 and road works.
• Ability to read drawings and manage multiple site activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day site operations for S278 works and general groundworks.
• Lead site teams and coordinate subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation and RAMS.

Skills

Site management in civil engineering

Leadership

Communication skills

Tools

SMSTS

CSCS (Black/White)

First Aid

Job description

A leading groundworks and civil engineering contractor in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Groundworks / Civils Site Manager for Section 278 works and road improvements. Responsibilities include managing site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and coordinating subcontractors. The ideal candidate will have a strong civil engineering background, relevant certifications, and excellent leadership skills. This freelance position offers a competitive salary or day rate and a long-term opportunity within a supportive management team.