Site manager in Honiton

Energy Jobline CVL; Honiton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor in the UK seeks an experienced Site Manager to oversee site operations on a key project in Honiton. You will be responsible for managing daily activities, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and maintaining quality control on civil engineering works. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills and proven experience in groundworks, along with relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing similar works (278, roads, drainage, externals).
• Strong focus on Health & Safety and quality control.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily site operations, labour, plant, and subcontractors.
• Overseeing 278 works, drainage, foundations, and externals.
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and environmental policies.

Skills

Leadership

Site management

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Valid SMSTS certificate

CSCS (Black/Gold Card)

First Aid certification

Job description

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We are working with a well-established and rapidly growing groundworks and civil engineering contractor operating across the South West. Over the past few years, they have seen sustained growth through repeat business, new client partnerships, and successful project delivery.

Their expanding portfolio includes major housing developments, infrastructure upgrades, and commercial schemes, built on our reputation for quality, reliability, and strong client relationships.

Due to continued growth and new project wins, we are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee Section 278 works, groundworks, and externals on a key project in Honiton.

Role

As Site Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to‑day site operations, ensuring the successful delivery of all works to programme, budget, and quality standards. This is a hands‑on management role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and takes pride in delivering high‑quality civil engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily site operations, labour, plant, and subcontractors
• Overseeing 278 works, drainage, foundations, and externals
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and environmental policies
• Coordinating with clients, engineers, and local authorities
• Monitoring progress and maintaining accurate site records
• Upholding the company’s reputation for quality and professionalism

About You

You’ll bring strong leadership and site management experience within the groundworks and civil engineering sector.

Requirements

• Proven experience managing similar works (278, roads, drainage, externals)
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Strong focus on Health & Safety and quality control
• Valid SMSTS, CSCS (Black/Gold Card), and First Aid certifications
• Full UK driving licence

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