Works Manager

Randstad Construction & Property; Peterhead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a dynamic Works Manager to lead site operations in Peterhead on a high-profile rail and highway programme. You will manage a multi-disciplinary team, ensure compliance with RAMS, drive Zero Harm, and coordinate subcontractors and direct workforce to hit critical milestones.

The role requires Sentinel PTS, a proven rail/highway track record, strong leadership and communication, and the ability to build client and stakeholder relationships on a fast-moving contract.

Qualifications

• Sentinel PTS card is required.
• Demonstrable rail and highway project experience.
• Evidence of strong leadership and site supervision.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Advantageous knowledge of M&E works.

Responsibilities

• Safety & Compliance: champion H&S, RAMS adherence, Zero Harm.
• Site Leadership: run inductions, briefings, toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Operations & Logistics: manage plant, tools, materials, and logistics, control wastage.
• Quality & Reporting: maintain daily records and escalation reports.
• Team Development: brief supervisors and align with policy, conduct assessments.
• Planning: develop and monitor project programmes with site teams.

Job description

Are you an experienced Works Manager looking for a fast-paced, high-impact contract where safety, leadership, and operational excellence take centre stage? I am absolutely thrilled to be partnering with a leading international infrastructure group who are leading the transformation of our industry to meet the challenges of the future. We are actively seeking a dynamic, decisive, and safety-focused Works Manager to spearhead site operations for a key project based in Peterhead. If you thrive on leading multi-disciplinary teams and have a proven track record in both rail and highway sectors, this short-term contract is the perfect opportunity to showcase your expertise on a highly prestigious site!

Job Title: Works Manager

Location: Peterhead (AB42)

Contract Duration: ASAP - 18/12/2026 (could be extended further)

Pay rate: 35 per hour (umbrella Inside IR35)

Hours: 7-7 Mon - Fri, 7-1 Sat

About the Role: As the Works Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the management, leadership, and control of a multi-disciplinary site team, including Foremen, General Foremen, and on-site Labour. Working closely with my client's project management team, you will ensure that all subcontractors and direct workforces are appropriately supervised, expertly resourced, and closely managed to hit critical programme milestones.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety & Compliance: Champion H&S legislation, ensuring all works strictly adhere to approved RAMS. You will promote and drive 'Zero Harm' and behavioural safety initiatives across the site.
• Site Leadership: Deliver high-standard, succinct Site Inductions, Daily Briefings, Tool Box Talks, Short Interval Control meetings, and Task Safety Briefings.
• Operations & Logistics: Manage site plant, tools, and materials efficiently to minimise wastage. Oversee comprehensive logistics and ensure environmental controls and HSEQ procedures are strictly followed.
• Quality & Reporting: Ensure rigorous quality control, produce fully comprehensive daily records, provide necessary reports or investigations, and continuously implement improvements.
• Team Development: Ensure all supervisors are briefed and aligned with company policies, including carrying out 'Black Hat' assessments for all site supervisors.
• Planning: Collaborate with site teams to develop, monitor, and adjust project programmes as necessary.

To be successful in this role, you must bring a passion for safety, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to act decisively.

• A valid Sentinel PTS card.
• Demonstrable experience working within the rail and highway environments.
• Proven experience managing a variety of works encompassing both direct and subcontracted workforces.
• Exceptional Health & Safety awareness, backed by an outstanding safety track record and a true dedication to 'Zero Harm' principles.
• The ability to confidently develop and maintain strong relationships with Clients and Stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to think on your feet in a fast-moving environment.
• Advantageous: Previous experience and knowledge of M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) works.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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