Construction Manager
We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join a major civil engineering delivery team, overseeing complex infrastructure works across multiple active sites. This role is central to ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery across earthworks, drainage, and structural packages.
The Role
As Construction Manager, you will lead and coordinate a team of Non-Working Supervisors (NWS) and Frontline Supervisors (FLS), working alongside site operatives to deliver works safely, on time, and to specification.
You will take responsibility for ensuring a strong safety culture, effective communication, and consistent implementation of safe systems of work across your area.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage site supervisors and ensure safe, compliant delivery of works
Oversee implementation and adherence to safe systems of work
Carry out regular site inspections, identify hazards, and ensure corrective actions are closed out
Ensure toolbox talks, inductions, and safety briefings are delivered to a high standard
Monitor workforce performance, quality standards, and site compliance
Coordinate plant, materials, and equipment, ensuring efficient site logistics
Support project planning and provide technical input into programmes
Maintain accurate site records, allocation sheets, and inspection documentation
Liaise closely with Project Managers on progress, workforce performance, and delivery issues
Drive health & safety compliance, including PPE adherence and welfare standards
Identify and resolve site issues, contributing to technical and practical solutions
Monitor plant usage, off-hire/on-hire processes, and cost control awareness
Promote high standards of housekeeping, site organisation, and waste control
Support onboarding, training, and development of site teams and apprentices
What We're Looking For
Proven experience in a Construction Manager or Senior Site Supervisor role within civil engineering
Strong knowledge of earthworks, drainage, deep excavation, sheet piling, and temporary works systems
Experience managing safe systems of work and exclusion zones
Strong understanding of health & safety legislation and site compliance requirements
Ability to lead and develop site teams, including supervisors and operatives
Good commercial awareness and understanding of programme and cost implications
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities across active sites
Why Apply:
Work on major civil engineering infrastructure projects across the UK
Strong pipeline of long-term secured work
Opportunity to lead diverse, technically challenging packages
Supportive team environment with focus on development and progressionIf you are an experienced Construction Manager looking for a hands-on leadership role within complex civil engineering environments, we would like to hear from you