Position: Senior Works Manager
Location: Henfield
Salary u to £75,000 + Car
A growing and well-established civil engineering contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Works Manager to take a leading role in the successful delivery of multiple projects across the South. This is a senior, operationally focused position responsible for overseeing site activities, workforce coordination, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to programme.
Working closely with senior leadership, Area Managers, and project teams, the Senior Works Manager will play a key role in driving performance on site, managing resources, and ensuring consistent delivery standards across all live projects.
This role would suit an experienced Site or Works Manager looking to step into a broader leadership position with increased responsibility across multiple schemes.
Senior Works Manager Salary & Benefits
* Competitive Salary – Up to £75,000
* Bonus
* Private Healthcare
* Pension – Up to 10% Employer Match
* 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
* Car allowance / Car
Senior Works Manager Job Overview
* Oversee the delivery of multiple civil engineering projects, ensuring works are completed safely, on time, and within budget
* Lead and coordinate site teams, including Works Managers, Supervisors, and subcontractors
* Plan and manage labour, plant, and materials across projects to ensure efficient utilisation of resources
* Work closely with Area and Project Managers to ensure programmes are met and risks are mitigated
* Drive high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality compliance across all sites
* Monitor site performance, productivity, and progress, reporting to senior leadership
* Support workforce planning, training, and development of site teams
* Act as a key escalation point for site-based challenges, providing hands-on support where required
* Ensure effective communication between site teams, commercial, and operational departments
* Oversee site documentation including RAMS, permits, inspections, and compliance records
* Promote a positive site culture focused on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Senior Works Manager Job Requirements
* HNC/D (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or related discipline
* NVQ Level 6 / 7 in Construction Management (desirable)
* SMSTS, CSCS and relevant site safety certifications
* Proven experience in a Senior Site Manager / Works Manager role within civil engineering or infrastructure
* Strong understanding of construction delivery, sequencing, and site operations
* Experience managing multiple projects or large-scale schemes
* Excellent leadership and communication skills
* Strong knowledge of HSEQ legislation and site compliance
* Full UK Driving Licence
* Happy with site travel