Civils Manager

Civils Site Manager

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Salary: £55-£60k + Package
Employment Type: Permanent

About the Company

Our client is a leading commercial construction contractor delivering large-scale industrial, logistics and commercial developments across the UK. Due to continued growth and the award of a major new scheme, they are seeking an experienced Civils Site Manager to take ownership of all civil engineering works.

The Opportunity

This is a key role for an ambitious civils professional who wants to lead the full lifecycle of civil engineering delivery — from pre-construction through to handover.
You'll be the driving force behind Section 278 works, earthworks, drainage, foundations, and complex utility infrastructure coordination, playing a pivotal part in shaping the success of a high-profile development.

Key Responsibilities

As Civils Site Manager, you will:

Lead and manage all on-site civils activities, ensuring safe, high-quality delivery and adherence to programme.

Oversee Section 278 highway works, liaising with local authorities and managing adoption and audit processes.

Manage large-scale earthworks including cut/fill, compaction, and compliance/testing to specification.

Supervise drainage and foundation works, ensuring full design accuracy and quality standards.

Coordinate with utility providers (electricity, water, gas, telecoms) from early design stages through to installation and final connection.

Ensure off-site and on-site utility infrastructure aligns with the main civils package.

Review drawings/specifications to identify value engineering and design improvements.

Work collaboratively with design consultants and stakeholders to optimise cost, time, and quality outcomes.

Monitor progress, budgets, and QA processes; maintain accurate site records including ITPs, QA documentation, RAMS, and as-builts.

Manage subcontractors, plant, and suppliers, maintaining strong working relationships across the project team.

Champion health, safety, and environmental compliance at all stages.

Skills & Experience Required

Proven track record as a Civils Site Manager on large industrial, commercial, or infrastructure projects.

Strong understanding of Section 278 works and local authority adoption procedures.

Well-rounded experience across earthworks, drainage, foundations, and civils infrastructure packages.

Demonstrable utility coordination experience with statutory undertakers.

Ability to review technical drawings and implement practical design or value-engineering solutions.

Effective leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Commercially aware with a clear understanding of programme and cost impacts.

Familiar with QA systems, site documentation, and construction processes.

Qualifications

HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (preferred).

CSCS Managers/Professionals Card.

SMSTS.

First Aid at Work.

Full UK Driving Licence.

To be considered for this role please apply with your CV, for a confidential conversation please contact Jenny Saban in our Cambridge office