Site Manager

Calibre UK Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected civil engineering contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Groundworks Site Manager for a residential development starting January 2026. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to oversee a significant long-term scheme from the early stages. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience managing groundworks on residential developments, possess strong leadership skills, and hold SMSTS and CSCS certifications. Join a reputable firm looking for long-term stability.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Permanent position with growth opportunities

Oversee significant long-term scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience managing groundworks packages on residential developments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage programme, logistics, and site safety effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all groundworks operations on a busy new-build housing site.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and coordinate plant and material deliveries.
• Ensure works are completed safely, on programme, and to high-quality standards.
• Keep accurate records and report progress to senior management.
• Build strong working relationships with the client, housebuilder, and internal teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

SMSTS

CSCS

Job description

I'm working exclusively with a civil engineering and groundworks contractor with a number of schemes in Lincolnshire to recruit an experienced Groundworks Site Manager for a new residential development starting in January 2026.

They have a strong reputation across the region for delivering quality groundworks packages, and with a healthy pipeline of work ahead, this is a great opportunity for someone looking for long-term stability with a respected contractor.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all groundworks operations on a busy new-build housing site
• Manage site teams, subcontractors, and coordinate plant and material deliveries
• Ensure works are completed safely, on programme, and to high-quality standards
• Keep accurate records and report progress, challenges, and updates to senior management
• Build strong working relationships with the client, housebuilder, and internal teams

Requirements

• Demonstrable experience managing groundworks packages on residential developments
• SMSTS and CSCS are essential
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to manage programme, logistics, and site safety effectively

What's On Offer

• Permanent position with a well-established, growing contractor (may also look at candidates on a self employed basis)
• Competitive salary and package
• Chance to oversee a significant long-term scheme from early stages

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