Site Manager - Civils

IONIC Recruitment; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction recruitment agency seeks a Civils Site Manager for a new build housing project in Liverpool. The role involves overseeing all civil engineering operations, managing subcontractors, and ensuring health and safety compliance. Applicants should have proven experience in site management and a strong background in civil engineering for residential developments. Required certifications include SMSTS and CSCS card, along with a full UK driving licence. This position emphasizes leadership, problem-solving, and quality control.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager in civil engineering and groundworks.
• Strong technical knowledge in construction processes.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate day-to-day site operations.
• Manage subcontractors and site logistics.
• Ensure health and safety compliance.

Skills

Site Management

Civil Engineering

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Health & Safety Compliance

Education

SMSTS certification

CSCS Card (ideally Black Manager's Card)

First Aid at Work certification

NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management

Job description

My client is looking for a Civils Site Manager on a new build housing project - responsible for overseeing all on‑site civil engineering and groundworks operations, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will manage subcontractors, materials, and health & safety compliance from site establishment through to project completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Operations & Management: Supervise day‑to‑day operations, coordinate all civil engineering/groundworks activities (excavation, foundations, drainage, retaining walls, etc.), and manage site logistics and deliveries.
• Health & Safety and Environmental Compliance
• Programme & Progress Monitoring
• Quality Control & Assurance
• Subcontractor & Team Management
• Documentation & Reporting
• Stakeholder Communication

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience as a Site Manager with a strong background in civil engineering and groundworks, specifically on new build housing or residential developments.
• Technical Knowledge
• Leadership
• Problem‑Solving
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification.
• CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) Card (ideally Black Manager's Card, which requires an NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management).
• First Aid at Work certification.
• Full UK driving licence