Site Manager

Site Manager

My client, a leading civil engineering contractor, is seeking an experienced Site Manager to join their team on a major railway infrastructure scheme.

• Manage the day to day delivery of rail and associated civil engineering works, ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with programme requirements.
• Oversee site operations including drainage, earthworks, structures, trackside civils, ducting, troughing, concrete works, and associated railway infrastructure activities.
• Lead and coordinate Site Engineers, Foremen, operatives, subcontractors, and suppliers, promoting a collaborative and high-performing site environment.
• Ensure all works are carried out in compliance with Network Rail standards, project specifications, drawings, RAMS, permits, and company procedures.
• Plan and manage labour, plant, materials, access arrangements, and subcontractors to achieve project milestones and maintain productivity.
• Work closely with the Project Manager, commercial team, designers, Network Rail representatives, and other stakeholders to resolve technical and operational issues.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and opportunities, and implement mitigation measures to maintain programme and budget targets.
• Ensure quality assurance procedures are followed throughout the project, carrying out regular inspections and ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Promote a strong health, safety, environmental, and quality culture, ensuring full compliance with company policies, Network Rail requirements, and current legislation.
• Manage site documentation including shift reports, site diaries, inspection records, quality records, permits, and programme updates.
• Support commercial activities by identifying variations, monitoring site costs, and contributing to project reporting and forecasting.
• Deliver toolbox talks, briefings, and site coordination meetings, ensuring all personnel are fully briefed on planned works and safety requirements.

• Previous experience working as a Site Manager on railway, rail civils, infrastructure, or major civil engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of Network Rail standards, safe systems of work, possessions, isolations, and trackside working requirements.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary site teams and subcontractors on complex rail infrastructure projects.
• Good understanding of drainage, structures, earthworks, reinforced concrete, ducting, troughing, and associated railway civil engineering works.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction programmes.
• Strong planning, leadership, communication, and organisational skills with the ability to deliver projects safely and efficiently.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and project delivery processes is advantageous.
• Excellent understanding of health & safety legislation and industry best practice within the rail sector.
• Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification is essential.
• Valid CSCS Card.
• SMSTS qualification is essential.
• First AId at Work qualification is desirable.
• COSS, SSSTS, or other rail competencies would be advantageous.
• HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) is preferred.