Civil Site Manager
7 days ago
Chelmsford
Site Manager – Southend, £41-48k + Car Allowance We are recruiting two experienced Site Managers for a major infrastructure project in Southend, delivering a £11.5m scheme including bridge demolition, earthworks, drainage, roundabout construction, traffic signal installation, and junction remodelling. Location: Bulls Lodge Quarry, Chelmsford (within 1 hour of Southend town centre) Hours: 40 per week, mainly Monday to Friday (overtime for weekends) Team: 6 people Salary: £41-48k + £4,700 car allowance Key Responsibilities: • Oversee daily site operations across multiple live projects, ensuring work is safe, on time, and within budget., • Support project planning, programming, and delivery strategies., • Collaborate with commercial teams on cost estimates, forecasting, and subcontractor management., • Lead and coordinate all on-site activities with strict HSEQ compliance., • Contribute to ECI processes, including buildability reviews and risk assessments., • Engage with clients, stakeholders, and supply chain to maintain strong working relationships., • Monitor progress, manage subcontractors, and maintain accurate site records. Requirements: • Proven experience as a Site Manager on infrastructure, highways, or major civils projects., • Strong knowledge of earthworks, drainage, and civil engineering principles., • Experience supporting planning and working with commercial teams on cost management., • Ability to manage multiple sites in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills., • Relevant certifications: SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid., • HNC in Construction or Civil Engineering. This is a hands-on role for experienced Site Managers ready to take ownership of a high-profile infrastructure project.