Site Manager

Sphere Solutions; Beaminster; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Sphere Solutions seeks an experienced Site Manager to lead civils and water infrastructure works on an 8-week contract. The role requires strong leadership, subcontractor management and a solid grounding in health and safety on civil engineering sites.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, read and interpret drawings, coordinate resources and ensure works meet programme requirements and quality standards. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage site teams and daily operations on civil/groundworks projects.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements and safe work practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and project specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate day-to-day site activities across civils and water works.
• Supervise subcontractors, site operatives and trades to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Ensure works align with project drawings, specifications and programme.

Skills

Leadership

Subcontractor management

Communication

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Organisation

Health and safety awareness

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS card

First Aid qualification

Job description

ob Overview Sphere Solutions is currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to oversee civils and water infrastructure works on an 8-week contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive Site Manager with a strong background in civil engineering, groundworks and water-related projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. You will need to demonstrate strong leadership skills, effective subcontractor management and a thorough understanding of health and safety requirements across civil engineering and water infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate day-to-day site activities across civils and water works.
• Supervise subcontractors, site operatives and specialist trades to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with project specifications, drawings and programme requirements.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, environmental compliance and site housekeeping.
• Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks and daily briefings.
• Monitor progress against the project programme and report any delays or issues to the relevant management team.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and deliveries to maintain productivity.
• Ensure risk assessments, method statements and permits are followed.
• Maintain accurate site records, daily reports and health and safety documentation.
• Identify and resolve site issues promptly, escalating any concerns where necessary.
• Ensure all completed works meet the required quality standards and project specifications.

Essential Requirements

• Valid SMSTS certification.
• Valid CSCS card.
• In-date First Aid qualification.
• Previous experience working as a Site Manager within civil engineering, groundworks or water infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of site health and safety procedures.
• Proven ability to manage subcontractors, site teams and daily operations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and project specifications.
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.

Contract Details

• Position: Site Manager - Civils & Water
• Contract Duration: 8 weeks
• Sector: Civil Engineering / Water Infrastructure
• Start: Immediate or by agreement