Civils Operation Manager

Civils Remediation / Land Reclamation Operations Manager

About the Client

My client is a well-established, multi-disciplinary construction and civil engineering contractor delivering complex projects across the UK.

With a strong reputation in remediation, earthworks, demolition, and land development, we are committed to safety, sustainability, and engineering excellence.

As part of our continued growth in the North West, we are seeking an experienced Civils Remediation / Land Reclamation Operations Manager to lead and oversee the successful delivery of remediation and land reclamation schemes from our Rochdale base.

The Role

Reporting to the Operations Director, you will take full operational responsibility for multiple remediation and land reclamation projects.

You will ensure safe, profitable, and high-quality delivery, managing site teams, subcontractors, plant, and client relationships.

This is a senior leadership role requiring strong technical knowledge of remediation techniques, earthworks, enabling works, and environmental compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage remediation and land reclamation projects from pre-construction through to completion

Oversee site teams including Project Managers, Site Managers, Engineers, and Supervisors

Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to specification

Develop and monitor project programmes, cost forecasts, and resource plans

Liaise with clients, consultants, regulators, and stakeholders

Manage subcontract procurement and performance

Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and best practice

Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, and operational performance

Support business development, tender reviews, and technical input during bid stages

Technical Scope May Include

Contaminated land remediation (ex-situ and in-situ treatment)

Soil stabilisation and ground improvement

Bulk earthworks and cut & fill operations

Brownfield site regeneration

Waste classification and materials management

Enabling works and infrastructure preparation

About You

Essential:

Proven experience managing remediation / land reclamation or heavy civils operations

Strong understanding of contaminated land regulations and environmental compliance

Experience delivering earthworks and brownfield regeneration projects

Excellent leadership and team management skills

Strong commercial awareness and cost control experience

SMSTS and relevant health & safety qualifications

Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable:

Degree or HND in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or similar

Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., ICE, CIWM)

Experience working with local authorities and major developers

The Package:

Competitive salary (DOE)

Company car or car allowance

Performance-related bonus

Pension scheme

Ongoing professional development

Opportunity to play a key role in a growing specialist division

Why Join?

My client prides themselves on delivering technically challenging projects safely and sustainably.

This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor with strong regional roots and ambitious growth plans.

If you are an experienced operations professional ready to lead high-impact remediation and land reclamation projects, we would like to hear from you