Site Manager

Bridgeman Recruitment Services Ltd; Kendal; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is looking for an experienced Site Manager to oversee civil engineering and groundworks projects across Cumbria. The successful candidate will manage operations from start to finish, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include maintaining strong relationships with clients and managing site teams. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years' experience, relevant qualifications, and strong IT skills. Benefits include a competitive salary and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

10% employer pension contribution

Generous holiday allowance

Private healthcare

Car allowance or company vehicle

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Site Manager role within civil engineering or groundworks.
• Valid CSCS card and SMSTS qualification are required.
• First Aid at Work certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors on site.
• Control site costs and ensure commercial targets are met.
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client relationship management

Health & Safety understanding

Education

HND / HNC or higher qualification in construction

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Site Manager

Location: Cumbria (projects across the region)

Employment Type: Permanent

Sector: Civil Engineering / Groundworks

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee the delivery of civil engineering and groundworks projects across Cumbria. This role will involve managing site operations from start to finish, ensuring projects are assured on time, within budget, and in full compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards.

The successful candidate will be hands‑on, well organised, and capable of leading site teams while maintaining strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organise, and efficiently manage labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors on site
• Control site costs and resources to ensure commercial and programme targets are met
• Lead by example, fostering a collaborative and productive site culture
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams
• Uphold high standards of health & safety, quality control, and site presentation
• Identify and resolve site issues proactively to minimise disruption to delivery
• Ensure accurate site records are maintained using MS Project, Word, Excel, and electronic filing systems
• Drive waste reduction and ensure sites operate in a safe, tidy, and environmentally responsible manner

Project Experience

The role will primarily focus on general groundworks and civil engineering projects, including:

• Drainage works
• Highways and infrastructure
• Reinforced concrete
• Remediation works
• Hard landscaping

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Site Manager role within civil engineering or groundworks
• HND / HNC or higher qualification in a construction-related discipline
• Valid CSCS card
• SMSTS qualification
• First Aid at Work certification
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety practices and Environmental Management
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Project, Word, and Excel
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 10% employer pension contribution
• Generous holiday allowance
• Private healthcare
• Car allowance or company vehicle