Site Manager; Temporary

About the Role

The Site Manager plays a crucial role in delivering the work programme to the client on time, cost and quality. The role holder is responsible for the day-to-day running of the site, working with the Contract Manager to ensure all client timescales are met without exposing Carnell to risk. Taking responsibility for the safety, quality and environmental elements of the work being undertaken, the role holder acts as a bridge between site operations and office-based management.

Excellent IT, communication, and leadership skills are required to manage multi-disciplinary site teams.

The role holder must be flexible, able to work away from home, undertake duties at night and on weekends when necessary.

You will take responsibility for the safe, efficient, and programme‑compliant delivery of highways projects across Scotland, with occasional support in the North of England.

• Overseeing all aspects of on‑site delivery including commercial, programme, resources, safety, quality and environmental performance
• Ensuring compliance with all SHEQ requirements and site rules
• Coordinating shift start‑ups, close‑downs and change‑overs
• Supporting the production of Construction Phase Plans, Project Management Plans and other documentation

• Leading and developing Supervisors and Operatives
• Delivering pre‑start briefings, toolbox talks and training
• Conducting appraisals and supporting skills development

• Acting as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders
• Attending site visits to support project development and asset assessment
• Maintaining positive client relationships and identifying new opportunities

• Ensuring work is delivered Right First Time and meets specification
• Managing project KPIs and deadlines
• Making quality adjustments and rejecting work outside specification Resource & Operational Coordination
  • Ensuring adequate staffing levels
  • Managing working hours and authorising exceedances
  • Overseeing plant, vehicles, equipment and operational paperwork
  What You’ll Bring

  We’re looking for someone with:

  Experience & Knowledge
  • Previous experience in highways contract management
  • Strong understanding of drainage construction and relevant standards (CDM 2015, MCHW, DMRB, CS 551, CD 535)
  • Experience managing teams on high‑speed roads
  • Strong grasp of health & safety legislation
  • Good commercial and business strategy awareness
  Skills
  • Excellent communication and relationship building skills
  • Strong organisational and leadership skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with clients, colleagues and supply chain
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
  Qualifications
  • Degree or equivalent (HND/HNC) in construction or project management
  • SMSTS
  • Full UK driving licence
  What We Offer
  • Company van
  • Group Income Protection
  • Opportunities to grow within a national, forward‑thinking business
  Ready to Lead the Way?

  If you’re passionate about managing safe, high‑quality highways projects and want to play a key role in our growing Scottish operations, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us deliver excellence across Scotland’s strategic road network.

  Equal Opportunity

  Carnell is committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce, offering equal opportunity to all. We create an environment where difference is embraced and individuals flourish. We are also committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of all employees, promoting a good work‑life balance.