Site Manager - Civil Engineering

Site Manager - Civil Engineering (Permanent)

Residential Infrastructure & Road Finishing | Wantage | Permanent

Are you a Site Manager with a passion for delivering high-quality finishing works? Do you take pride in handing over projects to the highest standard while working for a business that genuinely values its people?

We're working with a well-established civil engineering contractor to recruit a Site Manager for a residential infrastructure scheme in Wantage. The immediate focus will be overseeing the final phases of a road construction project, ensuring all finishing works are completed safely, efficiently and to an exceptional standard ahead of handover.

This isn't a mega project - it's the ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys being hands‑on, building strong relationships on site and taking ownership of delivering a quality finish.

Our client is a respected, growing civil engineering contractor with an excellent reputation for quality, collaboration and looking after their staff. They have built a close‑knit team where people are trusted, supported and given the opportunity to develop long‑term careers rather than simply being another number.

Although your first project will be a residential roads scheme, the business delivers a varied portfolio of civil engineering and construction projects including:

• Residential infrastructure and Section 38/278 highways
• Groundworks and drainage
• Earthworks and site preparation
• External works and landscaping
• Commercial and public realm schemes
• Utilities and infrastructure projects
• Reinforced concrete and structural works
• Building and construction projects alongside their civil engineering operations

As Site Manager, you'll be responsible for:

• Managing the day‑to‑day delivery of the finishing stages of a residential road project.
• Coordinating subcontractors and direct labour.
• Maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and quality.
• Liaising with the client, local authority inspectors and the wider project team.
• Managing programmes to ensure works are delivered on time.
• Driving quality throughout the final stages of the project and ensuring a smooth handover.

We're looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience as a Site Manager within civil engineering.
• Strong experience delivering finishing works, particularly on residential infrastructure or highways projects.
• A good understanding of roads, drainage, kerbing, footways and external works.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid (preferred).
• A proactive approach and genuine pride in delivering quality projects.

• Permanent position with a stable and growing contractor.
• Competitive salary and package.
• Long‑term career progression.
• Opportunity to work on a varied mix of civil engineering projects.
• Join a supportive, close‑knit team where people are genuinely valued and recognised for their contribution.

If you’re looking for a role where your experience is appreciated, your work makes a difference, and you’ll be part of a company that invests in its people, we’d love to hear from you.