Groundworks Manager

Bennett and Game are working with a well-established Yorkshire-based housing contractor is entering an exciting period of growth, having recently secured a £50 million investment to support expansion and long-term delivery. The business has won multiple new sites for the coming year and is targeting the delivery of (Apply online only) residential units in 2026.

As a Groundworks Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing multiple live housing sites across Yorkshire, ensuring groundworks packages are delivered safely, on programme and to specification. This is a regional role only - no national travel required.

You will act as the key link between site teams, subcontractors and management, with responsibility for coordinating labour, plant and materials across several sites simultaneously.

Salary and Benefits

£45,000 - £55,000 basic salary (DOE)
Company car / car allowance
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Pension scheme
Private medical insurance
Monthly team incentives
Staff socials and company events
Secure pipeline of work and long-term stability
Regional Yorkshire sites only - no extensive travel

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and manage groundworks operations across multiple housing sites
Coordinate and manage a fleet of owned and hired plant
Order materials and ensure timely delivery to site
Oversee subcontractors and direct labour
Ensure all works are carried out in line with health & safety standards
Maintain productivity, quality and programme across all sites
Liaise with Site Managers, Project Managers and senior management
Carry out site inspections and resolve technical or delivery issues
Ensure foundations, drainage, roads and external works are delivered correctly Requirements

Proven experience as a Groundworks Supervisor (housing experience essential)
Strong background in foundations, drainage, roads and external works
Experience managing multiple sites concurrently
Organised, proactive and confident managing plant and materials
Strong understanding of health & safety and groundworks sequencing
Excellent communication and leadership skills
UK driving licence required

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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