Site Manager – Civils – IMMEDIATE START

6 Month FTC

Job Opportunity: SMSTS Civils/Site Manager – Enabling Works on Large Archaeological Site (Suffolk, IP16)

We are currently seeking an experienced Civils/Site Manager (SMSTS qualified) to take the lead on all non-archaeological operations for a major ongoing archaeological project based in Suffolk (IP16 area).

This is a unique opportunity to manage the enabling and logistical aspects of a large-scale site with extensive plant and infrastructure, working in parallel with active archaeological teams.

Key Responsibilities:

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Oversee all non-archaeological site operations, including plant, haul roads, welfare units, and general infrastructure (currently ~20 plant items and 3–4 tractors on site)

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Manage and coordinate non-archaeological labour and subcontractors (groundworks, traffic management, etc.)

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Ensure health, safety and environmental compliance, including dust suppression, safe stockpile handling, and traffic segregation

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Maintain an effective interface with archaeological teams to ensure seamless day-to-day logistics and site functionality

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Operate within the ‘spirit of CDM’ (note: CDM does not legally apply, but best practices are followed)

Requirements:

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SMSTS qualification is essential

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Proven experience managing civils or enabling works in a live operational or specialist environment (archaeology, infrastructure, heritage or similar)

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Strong understanding of plant coordination, environmental risk mitigation, and subcontractor oversight

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Proactive communicator with the ability to balance logistical leadership with sensitivity to specialist site constraints

Start Date:

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Immediate start available – ideally by next week