Location: Aylesbury / Buckinghamshire
Duration: 12 months
Contract: £350 PER DAY Freelance / CIS / Ltd
Rate: Negotiable depending on experience
We are currently seeking an experienced Site Manager to join a major HS2 infrastructure project on an initial 12-month contract.
IMPORTANT – MANDATORY REQUIREMENT Candidates MUST already be EKFB inducted.
Candidates without a valid EKFB induction will not be considered for this position.
Key Responsibilities
Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of site activities within your allocated section.
Manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.
Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, RAMS, ITPs and project requirements.
Coordinate with Site Engineers, Section Engineers, Project Managers and the wider delivery team.
Plan and coordinate daily site activities and resources.
Monitor progress against programme and identify potential delays or constraints.
Lead daily briefings, toolbox talks and coordination meetings where required.
Ensure adequate labour, plant, materials and equipment are available to deliver the works.
Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure works meet required quality standards.
Maintain high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality compliance.
Ensure RAMS are briefed and adhered to by all personnel.
Carry out regular site inspections and ensure any issues are identified and addressed promptly.
Liaise with the engineering team regarding setting out, technical queries and design changes.
Maintain accurate site records, progress reports and daily diaries.
Manage permits, inspections and relevant site documentation.
Identify risks, issues and opportunities and escalate where appropriate.
Support the project management team in achieving programme, cost, quality and safety targets. Essential Requirements
Valid EKFB induction
Proven experience as a Site Manager on major civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
Previous HS2 / EKFB / Tier 1 contractor experience highly desirable.
Strong understanding of construction processes, site management and delivery.
Experience managing subcontractors and site teams.
Good knowledge of RAMS, ITPs, permits and construction documentation.
Strong health and safety knowledge and awareness.
Ability to read and understand construction drawings and specifications.
Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.
Ability to manage multiple activities and priorities in a fast-paced site environment.
Relevant construction qualification or equivalent experience.
Valid CSCS / SMSTS certification as applicable to the role. Desirable
Previous experience working directly on HS2 / EKFB projects.
Experience in major earthworks, structures, highways, drainage, utilities or other infrastructure packages.
Temporary Works Coordinator experience.
First Aid qualification.
Environmental and quality management experience.
Experience working on large-scale linear infrastructure projects
Salary description
£350.00 - £370.00 per day