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  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Wellingborough
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Construction - Civils Projects
  • Industry

    Construction
  • Pay

    £300 - £320 - Outside of IR35

Site Manager - Ground work and Civils - Wellingborough

Site Manager – Groundworks, Utilities & Civils
Wellingborough | 6‑Month+ Outside IR35 Day Rate

We are working with a contractor delivering a major public‑sector infrastructure and refurbishment scheme in Wellingborough. They are seeking an experienced Site Manager with a strong background in groundworks, utilities and civil engineering works to take day‑to‑day responsibility for site operations during a critical phase of delivery.
This is a hands‑on role, well suited to a Site Manager who is comfortable managing enabling works, external packages and service diversions within a live, safety‑critical environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and supervise groundworks, drainage, utilities diversions and associated civils packages
  • Coordinate subcontractors and direct labour to ensure works are delivered safely and efficiently
  • Oversee temporary works, permits, work sequencing and site logistics
  • Ensure works are delivered in line with programme, specifications and quality standards
  • Maintain high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance
  • Liaise with the project team, subcontractors and stakeholders to remove constraints
  • Support short‑term planning, progress reporting and site coordination meetings
Essential Experience & Skills
  • Proven experience as a Site Manager on civils, groundworks or utilities‑led projects
  • Strong understanding of drainage, services, concrete works, bases and external works
  • Experience working on public‑sector, infrastructure or refurbishment schemes
  • Confident managing multiple subcontractors and interfaces
  • SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid certification
  • Strong communication and problem‑solving skills
Desirable
  • Temporary works knowledge or supervision experience
  • Experience under NEC or similar forms of contract

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