Site manager

Girling Jones Ltd; Honiton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established civil engineering contractor in Honiton is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee Section 278 works and groundworks on key projects. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a background in managing similar civil engineering projects. The role offers hands-on management responsibilities to ensure delivery aligned with quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing similar works (278, roads, drainage, externals).
• Strong leadership and site management experience in groundworks and civil engineering.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations, labour, plant, and subcontractors.
• Oversee 278 works, drainage, foundations, and externals.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and environmental policies.
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, and local authorities.
• Monitor progress and maintain accurate site records.

Skills

Leadership

Site management

Communication

Organizational skills

Focus on Health & Safety

Quality control

Tools

SMSTS Certification

CSCS Certification (Black/Gold Card)

First Aid Certification

Job description

We are working with a well‑established and rapidly growing groundworks and civil engineering contractor operating across the South West. Over the past few years, they have seen sustained growth through repeat business, new client partnerships, and successful project delivery.

Their expanding portfolio includes major housing developments, infrastructure upgrades, and commercial schemes, built on our reputation for quality, reliability, and strong client relationships.

Due to continued growth and new project wins, we are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee Section 278 works, groundworks, and externals on a key project in Honiton.

The Role As Site Manager, you will take ownership of the day‑to‑day site operations, ensuring the successful delivery of all works to programme, budget, and quality standards. This is a hands‑on management role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and takes pride in delivering high‑quality civil engineering projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing daily site operations, labour, plant, and subcontractors
• Overseeing 278 works, drainage, foundations, and externals
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and environmental policies
• Coordinating with clients, engineers, and local authorities
• Monitoring progress and maintaining accurate site records
• Upholding the company s reputation for quality and professionalism

About You

You ll bring strong leadership and site management experience within the groundworks and civil engineering sector.

Requirements:

• Proven experience managing similar works (278, roads, drainage, externals)
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Strong focus on Health & Safety and quality control
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold Card preferred), and First Aid certifications
• Full UK driving licence