Site Manager – Highways & Civils Groundworks

Upfront Recruitment; Ringway; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Upfront Recruitment is seeking a Site Manager to lead civil works across highways and infrastructure in North West England. This full-time, permanent role offers a hands-on on-site position with a salary of £45,000 to £62,500 per annum, plus a company vehicle or allowance, pension and benefits.

You will manage day-to-day site operations, supervise subcontractors and plant, deliver Section 278 works, maintain safety and quality, and coordinate programmes with engineers and local authorities.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in civil engineering environments, particularly highways and infrastructure works.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day site operations across civils and highways projects
• Supervising subcontractors, direct labour and plant activities
• Delivering Section 278 highway works in accordance with specifications
• Maintaining health and safety compliance and site standards
• Coordinating programmes and short-term planning activities
• Liaising with engineers, commercial teams and senior leadership
• Monitoring workmanship and ensuring quality requirements are achieved
• Managing RAMS, permits and site documentation
• Overseeing site logistics, materials and deliveries
• Maintaining communication with stakeholders and local authorities
• Identifying risks and resolving site challenges efficiently
• Supporting delivery to programme and commercial expectations

Job description

Upfront Recruitment is seeking a Site Manager to lead civil works across highways and infrastructure in North West England. This full-time, permanent role offers a hands-on on-site position with a salary of £45,000 to £62,500 per annum, plus a company vehicle or allowance, pension and benefits.

You will manage day-to-day site operations, supervise subcontractors and plant, deliver Section 278 works, maintain safety and quality, and coordinate programmes with engineers and local authorities.