Site Manager - Civil Engineering

Fawkes and Reece; Worthing; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Fawkes and Reece is seeking an experienced Freelance Site Manager for a long-term project in Worthing, West Sussex. This hands-on role requires taking ownership of site operations, safety, compliance and progress from day one.

Key responsibilities include preparing RAMS, monitoring progress, ensuring CDM and H&S compliance, managing contracts, coordinating subcontractors, and maintaining site documentation and reporting. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Proven site management experience on construction sites.
• Knowledge of RAMS, CDM Regulations and H&S standards.
• Ability to maintain thorough site documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and manage RAMS.
• Monitor and report project progress and site data.
• Ensure CDM Regulations and H&S compliance at all times.
• Manage contracts, statutory requirements and site regulations.
• Coordinate subcontractors and on-site activities.
• Monitor quality, programme and progress.
• Enforce site procedures and safety standards.
• Maintain site documentation and compliance.
• Liaise with project teams, contractors and stakeholders.
• Identify and resolve site issues promptly.

Skills

RAMS

CDM

H&S

CSCS

Site management

Job description

Location: Worthing
Salary: £300.00- £375.00 per Day
Contract: Contract
Type: Full Time

Reference: WorthSM_1788377970
Posted: September 2, 2026

We are currently looking for an experienced Freelance Site Manager to join a long-term project in Worthing, West Sussex.

This is a hands‑on Site Manager role for someone confident taking ownership of site operations, compliance, safety and progress from day one.

The Role

You will be responsible for the effective day‑to‑day management of the site, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with programme, contractual and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing, reviewing and managing RAMS
• Monitoring and reporting project progress and site data
• Ensuring full compliance with CDM Regulations
• Managing contracts, statutory requirements and relevant regulations
• Coordinating subcontractors and site activities
• Monitoring quality, programme and progress
• Ensuring site procedures and safety standards are followed
• Managing site documentation and compliance
• Liaising with project teams, contractors and stakeholders
• Identifying and resolving site issues efficiently

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Site Manager
• Strong knowledge of RAMS, CDM and H&S
• Experience managing site documentation, progress and compliance
• Good understanding of construction contracts and regulations
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage the site independently and take responsibility
• Relevant Site Management qualifications and CSCS

£300-£375 per day CIS
Long-term freelance contract
Worthing, West Sussex
Immediate start - 7 September 2026