Site Manager

Kier Group plc.; Brixworth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A national construction company is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee infrastructure projects in Brixworth, Northamptonshire. You will be responsible for managing a diverse range of works including drainage improvements, traffic signals, and footpath reconstruction. The role demands strong leadership, NEC contract management skills, and a commitment to health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will hold an HNC in Civil Engineering and have proven experience in civil engineering management.

Benefits

£5,900 annual car allowance

Private healthcare

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Proven NEC contract management experience is essential.
• A full UK driving licence is mandatory for this role.
• Experience in managing civil engineering projects on public highways.

Responsibilities

• Manage footpath reconstruction, carriageway resurfacing, and drainage improvements.
• Create a positive health and safety culture on site.
• Ensure quality of work complies with current specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Health and Safety Compliance

Civil Engineering

Education

HNC in Civil Engineering

Tools

NEC4 Contract Management

12D Traffic Management

SMSTS Certification

Job description

Overview

Drive Highways Infrastructure for North and West Northamptonshire Councils - Join Kier as Site Manager, Location: Brixworth, Northamptonshire - site based, 5 days per week. Hours: Permanent Full-time, 40 hours per week. Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + £5,900 annual car allowance + private healthcare + benefits.

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

What Will You Be Responsible For?

As a Site Manager, you\'ll take ownership of a variety of works, including footpath reconstruction, carriageway resurfacing, surface treatments, drainage improvements, traffic signals, and structure repairs. Managing these projects on live public highways requires skill, foresight, and strong leadership.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Creating and championing a positive health and safety culture in line with Kier procedures
• Ensure your sites are compliant with Chapter 8 and the Construction (Design and Management) regulations
• Interpret documents, scheme drawings and costing information in line with NEC4 contract requirements
• Ensuring the quality of work aligns with inspection and testing plans, scheme designs, and current specifications
• Compliance with the NEC4 change control procedures for early warnings and compensation events

This Site Manager opportunity is suited to a motivated, organised individual with a passion for highways infrastructure and a commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications / Requirements

• HNC (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering
• Proven NEC contract management experience
• NRSWA Supervisor certification
• 12D Traffic Management and SMSTS qualifications
• A full UK driving licence (essential for this site-based role)
• Disability Confident

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Kier Transportation is looking for a Site Manager to be based in Brixworth, Northamptonshire, delivering a diverse range of projects from critical maintenance to major civil engineering schemes for both North and West Northamptonshire Councils.

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