Groundworks Site Manager
Location: Yorkshire and surrounding
Start Date: ASAP
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to oversee commercial groundwork and civil engineering projects across the Yorkshire region. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and growing contractor delivering high-profile schemes for Tier 1 main contractors.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in commercial groundworks and civils, with proven experience managing teams, maintaining site safety standards, and delivering projects to programme and specification.
Key Responsibilities
* Day-to-day management and supervision of groundwork and civil engineering operations on site
* Ensuring all works are carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with company and client procedures
* Managing site Health & Safety to a high standard, ensuring compliance with all regulations and site-specific requirements
* Supervising groundwork gangs and subcontractors, allocating daily work schedules and monitoring productivity
* Coordinating with site teams, engineers, and project managers to ensure smooth project delivery
* Completing and reviewing RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements) and associated site documentation
* Conducting toolbox talks, site briefings, and safety inspections
* Monitoring quality control and ensuring work is completed to specification
* Ordering materials and coordinating plant and labour requirements
* Reporting progress, delays, and site issues to senior management
Project Types
You will be involved in a range of commercial groundwork and civils projects, including:
* Section 278 works
* Distribution centres
* Retail developments
* Highways and infrastructure works
* Foundations and concrete works
* Deep drainage
* External works and associated civils packages
Candidate Requirements
* Previous experience working as a Groundworks Supervisor or Site Manager within commercial groundworks and civils
* Strong knowledge of groundwork operations, including drainage, foundations, roads, and external works
* Experience working with Tier 1 contractors and within strict Health & Safety environments
* Ability to manage multiple teams and maintain programme deadlines on busy sites
* Excellent communication and leadership skills
* Good organisational and paperwork skills, including RAMS completion and daily reporting
* Strong understanding of site compliance and quality proceduresl>
Essential Qualifications
SSSTS or SMSTS
First Aid at Work
Valid CSCS Card
Desirable Qualifications
NPROS qualification
CPCS plant tickets
Temporary Works knowledge/experience
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