Site Manager

BID Leamington Ltd; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided

Company fuel card

Accommodation and expenses covered

Pension scheme

28 days holiday including bankholidays

Ongoing training and development

Long-term progression opportunities

Job summary

BID Leamington Ltd is seeking a hands-on Site Manager in Royal Leamington Spa to lead civil engineering and groundworks on a range of infrastructure projects. You will manage site teams, coordinate subcontractors, ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and to a high standard.

Essential skills include SMSTS and CSCS with a full UK driving licence; willingness to travel nationwide and stay away when required.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site Manager in civil engineering and groundworks.
• SMSTS and CSCS required.
• Willingness to travel nationwide.
• Strong health and safety knowledge.
• Ability to manage multiple trades.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret site construction drawings.
• Manage RAMS, toolbox talks, inductions, site audits.
• Supervise subcontractors and direct labour.
• Ensure safe, on-time delivery in line with programme.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, suppliers and management.
• Coordinate plant, materials, and equipment.

Skills

SMSTS Black Card

CSCS Card

UK Driving Licence

Team leadership

Drawings reading

Job description

Site Manager

Date: 2026-09-22T05:58:25

Location: Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, GB, CV32 4

Status: Any

Closing Date: 2026-10-21T03:46:27.277

Job Description

Job Profile for Site Manager CF47632

Our client is seeking a hands-on Site Manager with a strong background in civil engineering, groundworks, and general construction. This role would suit either an experienced Site Manager or a capable Foreman/General Foreman looking to take the next step into site management. The ideal candidate will have extensive practical site experience and a solid understanding of drainage, utilities, concrete works, foundations, earthworks, and infrastructure projects. They will be confident leading site teams, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, and to a high standard.

We're looking for a proactive individual who leads by example, communicates effectively with the wider project team and stakeholders, and has the ability to identify and resolve site challenges before they impact delivery or programme. Strong organisational skills, a commitment to health and safety, and a willingness to travel nationwide are essential.

Site Manager Position Remuneration

• Salary £55,000 - £60,000 depending on experience
• Company van provided
• Company fuel card
• Accommodation and expenses covered when working away
• Pension scheme
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Long-term progression opportunities within a growing business

Site Manager Position Overview

• Read and interpret site construction drawings
• Understanding of setting out and ability to cross check from fixed datum points
• Ability to use laser level when checking levels of excavation
• Familiar with temporary works
• Managing RAMS, toolbox talks, inductions, and site audits
• Ability to manage both civils direct labour and specialist subcontractors and to understand the challenges presented by both
• Ensuring all works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with project programmes
• Supervising subcontractors, direct labour, and site personnel
• Conducting regular site inspections and ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations
• Liaising directly with clients, consultants, suppliers, and internal management teams
• Monitoring project progress and proactively resolving any site-related issues
• Coordinating plant, materials, and equipment required for site activities
• Maintaining site records, reports, permits, and compliance documentation
• Ensuring works are carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications, and company standards

Site Manager Position Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Site Manager within civil engineering and groundworks
• SMSTS Black Card qualification essential
• CSCS Card required
• First Aid qualification advantageous
• Strong understanding of health & safety legislation and site compliance procedures
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple trades on-site
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and site documentation
• Full UK Driving Licence required
• Willingness to travel nationwide and stay away when required

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.