Site Manager

Site Manager
Civil Engineering Contractor (Roads / Drains / Sewers / Infrastructure)
Location: Berwick
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £50k - £60k base + car

About The Role

Our civil engineering client are seeking an experienced and motivated Site Manager to join their growing civil engineering team. The successful candidate will oversee the safe, efficient, and profitable delivery of commercial infrastructure projects, including roads, drainage, sewer networks, utilities, and associated external works.

Working closely with Contracts Managers, Engineers, Clients, and Subcontractors, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and programme performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all site activities on civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Plan and coordinate labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely and efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards at all times.
• Deliver projects in accordance with contract specifications, drawings, and agreed programmes.
• Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.
• Monitor progress against programme and implement corrective actions where required.
• Liaise effectively with clients, consultants, local authorities, and utility providers.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily diaries, permits, inspections, and progress reports.
• Manage subcontractor performance and ensure works meet required standards.
• Support commercial teams with variations, valuations, and project reporting.
• Lead and motivate site teams to achieve project objectives.

Requirements

Essential

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within the civil engineering sector.
• Strong background delivering roads, drainage, sewers, utilities, and infrastructure projects.
• Excellent understanding of construction methods, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts and coordinate various stakeholders.
• Valid SMSTS certification.
• CSCS Managers Card.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• First Aid at Work qualification.
• NRSWA Supervisor qualification.
• Temporary Works Coordinator training.
• Experience working on commercial developments, industrial estates, retail parks, or large-scale infrastructure schemes.
• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.

What They Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine opportunities for career progression.