Groundworks Site Manager

Smith’s Gloucester Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction firm in South Wales is seeking an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to oversee groundworks operations across various construction sites. Responsibilities include managing site logistics and supervising subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of groundwork techniques, and necessary certifications. This role offers progression opportunities and various employee benefits, including a corporate gym discount and life assurance.

Benefits

Life Assurance Scheme

Company Van

Free on-site Parking

Corporate gym membership discount

Staff discount on group services

Progression opportunities

Unlimited access to mental health support

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of proven experience as a Site Manager in groundworks or civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of groundwork techniques including foundations, drainage, and concrete works.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage groundworks and civil engineering operations.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, site operatives, and materials.
• Ensure all groundwork elements are delivered to specification.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Education

Civil engineering qualification

NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management

Tools

SMSTS certification

CSCS card (Black or Gold preferred)

First Aid at Work certificate

Job description

Groundworks Site Manager

Location: South Wales
Reports To: Contracts Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Groundworks Site Manager to oversee and manage groundworks and civil engineering operations across construction sites. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all groundwork activities—such as site preparation, drainage, foundations, and external works—are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with project specifications.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, site operatives, plant, and materials.
• Interpret technical drawings and plans to guide the work on-site.
• Ensure all groundwork elements (e.g., excavation, concrete works, drainage, roads, foundations) are delivered to specification.
• Maintain daily records of site activity and progress.
• Monitor health and safety compliance and carry out toolbox talks, site inductions, method statements and risk assessments.
• Liaise with clients, contracts managers, engineers, and senior management to provide updates and resolve issues.
• Manage site logistics, including deliveries, material handling, and waste disposal.
• Ensure all plant and machinery is used correctly and maintained in good working order.
• Handle any on-site issues promptly and professionally, escalating when necessary.
• Prepare and write method statements, risk assessments, and quality assurance documentation in line with PC requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager in groundworks or civil engineering (minimum 3–5 years).
• Strong knowledge of groundwork techniques including foundations, drainage, and concrete works.
• SMSTS certification.
• CSCS card (Black or Gold preferred).
• First Aid at Work certificate.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical documents.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Civil engineering qualification.
• NVQ Level 6 in Construction Site Management or equivalent.

What we can offer you

• Life Assurance Scheme
• Company Van
• Free on-site Parking
• Corporate gym membership discount
• Staff discount on group services
• Progression opportunities
• Unlimited access to mental health support