Site Manager

Job Description

Kier is looking for a Site Manager based in Brixworth, Northamptonshire to lead highways infrastructure projects for North and West Northamptonshire Councils. The role is permanent, full‑time (40 hours per week) with a salary of £45,000–£50,000, an annual car allowance of £5,900, private healthcare and other benefits. A full UK driving licence is required for this site‑based position.

• Take ownership of projects including footpath reconstruction, carriageway resurfacing, surface treatments, drainage improvements, traffic signals and structure repairs.
• Create and champion a positive health and safety culture in line with Kier procedures.
• Ensure site compliance with Chapter 8 and the Construction (Design and Management) regulations.
• Interpret documents, scheme drawings and costing information in line with NEC4 contract requirements.
• Ensure work quality aligns with inspection and testing plans, scheme designs, and current specifications.
• Manage NEC4 change control procedures for early warnings and compensation events.

• HNC (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering.
• Proven NEC contract management experience.
• NRSWA Supervisor certification.
• 12D Traffic Management and SMSTS qualifications.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

Salary £45,000–£50,000 plus £5,900 annual car allowance, private healthcare and additional benefits.

Kier is a Disability Confident employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria to apply.

No certificates of sponsorship will be offered for this role.