Site Manager

Site Manager

Civils Contractor

Roads | Drainage | Sewers

Location:

Port of Tyne, North Shields

Salary: £45k - £60k base + £5k car

Contract Type:
Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and driven Site Manager to join their growing civil engineering team delivering a programme of infrastructure works across the Port of Tyne The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of roads, drainage, sewerage, and associated civil engineering projects within a busy operational port environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the North East.

Key Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day site operations across multiple civil engineering projects.

Plan, coordinate and supervise site teams, subcontractors and suppliers.

Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Implement and maintain health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.

Liaise with clients, engineers, utility providers and key stakeholders.

Review and manage construction programmes, identifying and mitigating risks.

Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks and safety briefings.

Monitor labour, plant and material resources to maximise productivity.

Ensure all works comply with relevant specifications, drawings and industry standards.

Maintain accurate site records, including progress reports, permits and quality documentation.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Site Manager within the civil engineering sector.

Strong background delivering roads, highways, drainage, sewer and infrastructure projects.

Experience managing projects in live operational environments is desirable.

Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and best practice.

Essential Qualifications

SMSTS

CSCS Card (Manager Level)

First Aid at Work

Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable Qualifications

Temporary Works Coordinator

NRSWA Supervisor

Appointed Person

NEBOSH or IOSH Managing Safely

What They Offer

Competitive salary package.

Company vehicle or car allowance.

Pension scheme.

Ongoing training and professional development.

Opportunity to work on prestigious infrastructure projects within the Port of Tyne.

Career progression within a growing and successful civil engineering contractor