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.

Key Responsibilities

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

Project Types

You will be involved in a range of commercial groundwork and civils projects, including:

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

Candidate Requirements

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

Essential Qualifications

SSSTS or SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Valid CSCS Card

Desirable Qualifications

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