Groundworks Manager

Groundworks Site Manager

Location:

- Yorkshire and surrounding

Start Date:

ASAP

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to oversee commercial groundwork and civil engineering projects across the Yorjshire region. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and growing contractor delivering high‑profile schemes for Tier 1 main contractors.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in commercial groundworks and civils, with proven experience managing teams, maintaining site safety standards, and delivering projects to programme and specification.

• Day‑to‑day management and supervision of groundwork and civil engineering operations on site
• Ensuring all works are carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with company and client procedures
• Managing site Health & Safety to a high standard, ensuring compliance with all regulations and site‑specific requirements
• Supervising groundwork gangs and subcontractors, allocating daily work schedules and monitoring productivity
• Coordinating with site teams, engineers, and project managers to ensure smooth project delivery
• Completing and reviewing RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements) and associated site documentation
• Conducting toolbox talks, site briefings, and safety inspections
• Monitoring quality control and ensuring work is completed to specification
• Ordering materials and coordinating plant and labour requirements
• Reporting progress, delays, and site issues to senior management

• Section 278 works
• Distribution centres
• Retail developments
• Highways and infrastructure works
• Foundations and concrete works
• Deep drainage
• External works and associated civils packages

• Previous experience working as a Groundworks Supervisor or Site Manager within commercial groundworks and civils
• Strong knowledge of groundwork operations, including drainage, foundations, roads, and external works
• Experience working with Tier 1 contractors and within strict Health & Safety environments
• Ability to manage multiple teams and maintain programme deadlines on busy sites
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Good organisational and paperwork skills, including RAMS completion and daily reporting
• Strong understanding of site compliance and quality procedures

• SSSTS or SMSTS
• First Aid at Work
• Valid CSCS Card

• NPROS qualification
• CPCS plant tickets
• Temporary Works knowledge/experience

This role offers long‑term work opportunities for the right candidate with an established contractor operating across major commercial and infrastructure projects throughout the Yorkshire and surrounding areas.

For more information or to apply, contact David at