74 site manager groundworks jobs found

Groundworks Site Manager Location: Enfield Rate: £300 per day Contract: Long-Term Start: Immediate Ridgeway & Co are currently recruiting for an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to join a leading groundworks contractor on a long-term project based in Enfield. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering a large-scale groundworks package from the early stages through to completion. Key Responsibilities * Managing all day-to-day groundworks operations on site * Coordinating subcontractors, labour, plant and material deliveries * Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to specification * Conducting daily briefings, toolbox talks and site inspections * Monitoring progress and reporting to the Project Manager * Maintaining the highest standards of health & safety and quality control * Liaising with clients, engineers and the wider project team *...

Groundworks Site Manager Location: Cambridge Rate: £300 per day Contract: Long-Term Start: Immediate Ridgeway & Co are currently recruiting for an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to join a leading groundworks contractor on a long-term project based in Cambridge. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor delivering a large-scale residential groundworks package from the early stages through to completion. Key Responsibilities * Managing all day-to-day groundworks operations on site * Coordinating subcontractors, labour, plant and material deliveries * Ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to specification * Conducting daily briefings, toolbox talks and site inspections * Monitoring progress and reporting to the Project Manager * Maintaining the highest standards of health & safety and quality control * Liaising with clients, engineers and the wider project...

Groundworks Site Manager – Enfield Location: Enfield Contract: 18 Months Start: Immediate We are recruiting for an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to oversee groundworks packages on a large residential project in Enfield. This is a long-term opportunity on a brand-new development, offering 18 months of work and the chance to play a key role from project inception through to completion. Responsibilities: * Managing all groundworks operations on site * Coordinating subcontractors, plant, and labour resources * Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards * Monitoring programme delivery and site performance * Conducting toolbox talks and site inspections * Maintaining quality standards throughout the project lifecycle Essential Requirements: * Site Management experience within groundworks and residential construction * SMSTS * CSCS Card * First Aid at Work * Excellent communication and leadership skills * Strong understanding of...

Elvet Recruitment are recruiting a Groundworks Site Manager on behalf of a long-standing regional groundworks & civil engineering contractor to manage a project in the Hull area. The initial project is a £10m+ large scale groundworks package. It includes foundations & plotworks to DPC as well as associated groundworks, attenuation/tanks and full roads & sewers/civils package. They are expecting 2+ years work on one site with additional work kicking off shortly. This contractor are a large business with a £100m+ turnover, they have tried and tested management systems in place and a large senior team. They're undergoing significant growth and are looking to bolster the team with additional Managers now for new starting sites. They offer a skilled Site Manager the opportunity to concentrate, purely, on running their own site from start to finish. Duties: * Daily running of civils workforce on site * Ordering materials * Writing RAMS & site documentation...

Site Manager Main Contractor Location: Chertsey Day Rate: £300 - £325 / day Start: 20/07/2026 The Opportunity An established and growing main contractor is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee the successful delivery of external and civil works on a live school site in Chertsey. Working within an operational educational environment, you will be responsible for managing all on-site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The project includes a range of external refurbishment and civil engineering works, requiring careful planning and coordination to minimise disruption to the school's daily operations. Key Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day running of external and civil works from commencement through to completion. Lead site teams and coordinate subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with the programme. Manage works within a live school...

Site Manager – Residential We're looking for an experienced Site Manager to take ownership of a residential development from groundworks to handover. The Role * Manage day-to-day site operations * Coordinate and hold subcontractors to account * Deliver on programme, quality, and health & safety * Oversee the build from groundworks through to handover What You'll Need * Proven experience managing residential builds * SMSTS and First Aid * CSCS black card * Strong knowledge of build programmes and sequencing Competitive salary and package on offer. If you take pride in what you deliver, we'd like to hear from you

We are looking for an experienced Freelance Site Manager to oversee a school refurbishment project based in Northampton NN7. The role will involve managing subcontractors and ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and communication on site. Start Date: 20th July 2026 Project Overview: Groundworks and Drainage on a school 3 week contract  Key Responsibilities: Day-to-day management of the site and subcontractors Coordination with the school's management, clear and consistent communication is essential Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe site at all times Ensuring all work meets regulatory and quality standards Ideal Candidate: Strong background in site management Excellent communication and organisational skills Able to maintain strict cleanliness and safety standards CSCS, SMSTS or SSSTS and First Aid Clean DBS Check  Project Details: Location: Northampton Start Date: 20th July 2026 If you're interested and available, please email your CV or apply through this job ad

Highways Site Engineer (Drainage & Structures) Location: Suffolk Rate: £350 - £400 per day (LTD or PAYE) Start: ASAP Duration: 80 Weeks (Long-term project) Project Overview We are seeking a competent Highways Site Engineer to handle the setting out, engineering control, and quality assurance for a major highway scheme in Suffolk. This is a secure, ultra-long-term contract package offering 80 weeks of continuous work focusing heavily on deep drainage networks and structural concrete elements. You will be the primary technical presence on the ground for your section, ensuring all civil engineering works are executed precisely to National Highways specifications, design drawings, and strict tolerances. Key Responsibilities Setting Out: Provide accurate engineering control and setting out for heavy highway infrastructure, specifically deep drainage, attenuation tanks, culverts, and structural concrete/retaining elements. Quality Assurance (QA): Establish, manage, and...

Site Manager - Main Contractor - Dumfries Location: On-site - Dumfries Project Value: £20m Programme: 30 weeks We are currently seeking an experienced Site Manager to join a leading main contractor on a £20m construction project. This is a long-term opportunity working on a 30-week programme. The project is a large extension and newbuild project to a large industrial building. The building will remain live during the extension project. Key Responsibilities: Overseeing sub-contractors for steel frame and groundworks packages Quality Assurance (QA) checks and inspections Checking and signing off subcontractors' works Ensuring works are carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications, and programme Working closely with a directly employed site team, including the Project Manager (PM) and Site Manager (SM) Assisting with health & safety compliance on site Requirements: Valid SMSTS First Aid certification CSCS card Proven...

Senior Project Manager - Civil Engineering Location: Site-Based - Suffolk Sector: Civil Engineering / Infrastructure Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of major earthworks and drainage packages on large-scale civil engineering projects. This is a site-based leadership role responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of works, while maintaining programme, commercial and operational performance.   Key Responsibilities ·Lead the delivery of earthworks, groundworks and drainage packages. ·Manage Site Managers, Site Agents, Engineers and Supervisors across multiple work fronts. ·Drive programme performance, productivity and quality on site. ·Manage NEC contracts, including Early Warnings and Compensation Events. ·Work closely with commercial and planning teams to manage costs, programme and project risks. ·Oversee subcontractor performance and supply chain coordination. ·Champion health, safety,...

Teamforce Labour are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager for a long-term opportunity on a major civils construction project in Ruislip. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in civil engineering, highways and infrastructure works, particularly kerbing, drainage and associated groundworks. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the day-to-day delivery of the project, ensuring works are completed safely, on time and within budget. Manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to achieve programme milestones. Coordinate all aspects of civils works, including kerbing, drainage, road construction, groundworks and associated infrastructure. Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards. Monitor project progress and prepare regular reports for senior management and clients. Liaise with clients, engineers, local authorities and other stakeholders. Manage project programmes, resources and procurement...

We are seeking an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to join a well-established civil engineering contractor on a straightforward groundworks scheme in Hertfordshire. This role requires a hands-on manager capable of overseeing day-to-day site operations, managing subcontractors, maintaining programme requirements, and ensuring the highest standards of health, safety, quality, and compliance. Essential Requirements SMSTS qualification Proven experience managing groundworks and civil engineering projects EL1 Security Clearance (essential) Strong H&S management and site coordination skills Ability to manage subcontractors, site logistics, and programme delivery Desirable Requirements BPSS clearance First Aid at Work Temporary Works knowledge Experience working within secure or high-compliance environments Responsibilities Manage all site activities and supervise subcontractors Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, and to specification Conduct site inspections,...

Document Controller / Site Administrator We have a great opportunity to join our team at McDermotts for a highly organised Document Controller / Site Administrator to manage project documentation, site records, admin support and construction workflows on a busy civil engineering site. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Administrator, Construction Administrator, Document Control Administrator, Site Secretary, Technical Administrator, Project Support Administrator, Construction Project Administrator SALARY: Competitive + Benefits LOCATION: Middlewich, Cheshire, North West England JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Contract WORKING HOURS: 07:30 – 17:00 (Monday to Friday) JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Document Controller / Site Administrator to join a busy construction site supporting civil engineering, groundworks and infrastructure projects. As a Document Controller / Site Administrator you will be the central point...

Document Controller / Site Administrator We have a great opportunity to join our team at McDermotts for a highly organised Document Controller / Site Administrator to manage project documentation, site records, admin support and construction workflows on a busy civil engineering site. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Administrator, Construction Administrator, Document Control Administrator, Site Secretary, Technical Administrator, Project Support Administrator, Construction Project Administrator SALARY: Competitive + Benefits LOCATION: Derby, Derbyshire, East Midlands JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Contract WORKING HOURS: 07:30 – 17:00 (Monday to Friday) JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Document Controller / Site Administrator to join a busy construction site supporting civil engineering, groundworks and infrastructure projects. As a Document Controller / Site Administrator you will be the central point of...

I am working in partnership with a leading groundworks and civil engineering contractor who due to continued growth and the award of several major contracts, is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Engineer to join their team in St Helens. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated engineering professional with a strong background in groundworks and civil engineering looking to take ownership of site engineering activities while supporting the successful delivery of complex schemes. The Role As Senior Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing all engineering activities on site, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. You will work closely with the Project Manager, Site Managers, and subcontractors, providing technical guidance and ensuring projects are delivered in line with programme and specification. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage the site engineering function across multiple work fronts. *...

Externals Site Manager Freelance Location: Marylebone, London Salary: £300 - £320 / day Start: ASAP The Opportunity An established main contractor is seeking an experienced Externals Site Manager to join the team on a prestigious residential development in Marylebone. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the project's external package, with responsibility for managing substructure works, groundworks, drainage, hard and soft landscaping, and external infrastructure through to completion. Working alongside the Project Manager and wider site team, you will play a key role in delivering a high-quality scheme safely, on programme, and to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities Manage all external works from substructure through to final external finishes. Oversee groundworks, foundations, drainage, retaining structures, utilities, hard landscaping, and external infrastructure packages. Coordinate and supervise subcontractors to ensure works are completed...

Location: Rhoose, Vale of Glamorgan Contract: CIS available Duration: 6 Months Start Date: ASAP We are currently recruiting for an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to join a Tier 1 Main Contractor on a prestigious £140 million new-build college development in Rhoose. This is an excellent opportunity to work on one of the region's flagship education projects, overseeing all groundworks and associated infrastructure packages on a fast-paced, high-profile construction scheme. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing site operations, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme and to the highest quality standards whilst coordinating subcontractors and maintaining strong communication with the wider project team. Key Responsibilities • Oversee all groundworks, drainage, foundations, external works and infrastructure activities. • Manage subcontractors, labour, plant and material resources. • Ensure works are delivered in accordance with programme...

Project Manager London & UK Projects | £400 - £500 per day We're working with a well established and growing specialist contractor, recognised for delivering reinforced concrete frame and groundwork packages across major UK construction projects. The successful candidate will initially support the delivery of a landmark stadium project for approximately 3 - 4 months (fully expensed accommodation provided), before moving onto a major healthcare development in London as it progresses from preconstruction into delivery at the start of 2027. With a strong pipeline of secured work and an excellent reputation within the industry, this is an opportunity to join a business that's investing in its people and offering genuine longterm career prospects. There is also the potential for the role to become permanent for those seeking longer term career progression. Role responsibilities: • Lead the day to day delivery of RC frame and groundwork packages • Coordinate site teams,...

Project Manager – Residential Groundworks & Infrastructure Location: Littleport Rate: £350–£400 per day CIS Duration: 2-Year Project with Ongoing Opportunities We are currently recruiting for an experienced Project Manager to join a leading groundworks and civil engineering contractor on a brand-new 300-unit residential development. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a major project from the outset, overseeing the delivery of groundworks, roads and sewers, while working closely with the site team and client. The Role As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of the project, ensuring work is completed safely, on programme and to a high standard. Your responsibilities will include: * Managing the day-to-day running of the project. * Leading Site Managers and Engineers. * Working closely with Quantity Surveyors. * Attending weekly progress meetings with the senior management team and the client. * Coordinating...

Machine Driver – CPCS (13 Tonne Excavator) We are currently recruiting for an experienced Machine Driver with a valid CPCS card to join an active construction project. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and skilled operator who is happy to combine machine work with hands-on groundworks duties when required. Key Responsibilities * Safely operate a 13-tonne excavator in line with site plans and health & safety regulations. * Break out and remove existing concrete slabs using the appropriate attachments. * Carry out excavation, grading, trenching, and material movement as instructed by the site manager. * Assist the groundworks team with general site duties when machine operation is not required. * Complete daily pre-start inspections and basic maintenance checks on the machine. * Ensure the work area is kept safe, tidy, and compliant with site procedures. * Work efficiently with the site team to meet project deadlines. Requirements * Valid...