Site Manager - Aviation; Civils & Infrastructure

Site Manager - Aviation - Civils & Infrastructure (Freelance)

£350-£400/day CIS

Long-Term Contract Opportunity

TRIbuild Solutions are supporting a major aviation infrastructure programme with the appointment of an experienced Freelance Site Manager to lead day-to-day delivery of works within a live airport environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a safety-driven Site Manager with strong airside experience to deliver complex packages across airfield and critical infrastructure works, operating within strict operational and regulatory controls.

• Lead daily site operations for aviation infrastructure and airfield works
• Deliver site briefings, toolbox talks, and ensure all teams understand the daily plan
• Coordinate access, permits-to-work, and compliance with airport operational procedures

• Ensure all works comply with aviation safety standards, CAA / CAP 168 guidelines, and airside rules
• Enforce strict adherence to RAMS, health & safety legislation, and site-specific controls
• Maintain safe working areas within live airfield or high-security operational zones

• Liaise with Airport Operations, Airfield Control, Engineering teams, and Contractors
• Coordinate works to minimise disruption to live operations
• Manage delivery within operational windows (night works, runway closures, stand shutdowns)
• Respond to operational issues on-site and adjust plans to maintain safety and efficiency

• Inspect works to ensure quality meets design specifications and aviation standards
• Manage QA/QC documentation, as-built records, and reporting
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover activities

• Supervise contractors, labour, plant, and materials on-site
• Monitor productivity and ensure efficient resource deployment
• Escalate programme or site issues to the Project Manager where required

• Maintain accurate site diaries, permits, and daily records
• Report progress, risks, and issues consistently to the Project Manager
• Support audits, inspections, and compliance checks

• Strong experience in airport, airfield, or critical infrastructure environments
• Knowledge of aviation safety, CAA regulations, and airside operational procedures
• Proven ability managing site teams and subcontractors in fast-paced environments
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret technical specifications (civil, electrical, AGL, etc.)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Airside pass / ADP / vehicle permits desirable (or ability to obtain)

• Freelance CIS Contract
• Stansted Area
• Long-term aviation infrastructure programme
• Immediate / Short Notice Start Available

For more information or a confidential discussion, contact:

Leon Simmons
Operations Director - TRIbuild Solutions