Job type
PermanentLocation
DerryWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Construction - Civils ProjectsIndustry
ConstructionPay
£50,000 - £60,000
Site Manager, Site Supervisor, Foreman, Site Agent, Senior Engineer, Groundwork's
Your new company
Hays Belfast are currently recruiting a Civis Site Manager for a long‑established and highly regarded civil engineering subcontractor based in Derry City.
Known for delivering high‑value packages across major infrastructure schemes throughout Ireland and the UK. Operating for several decades, this business has built a strong reputation for quality delivery, dependable relationships, and technical capability in heavy civils. With a growing pipeline of complex projects, the company continues to expand by hiring an additional Site Manager to meet demand.
Your new employer has the experience and skillset to operate successfully in diverse sectors within the construction industry both in a subcontracting capacity and as principal contractor. With a track record of successful civils work, education, community, recreation & leisure, restoration & heritage, private housing and commercial projects, this is an excellent opportunity for a Site Manager to join a progressive contractor.
Your new role
As Site Manager, you will take a key leadership role on a major £20m groundworks package, covering earthworks, drainage, retaining structures, and sub‑structure works.
You will be responsible for the day‑to‑day management of site operations, supervising subcontractors, ensuring adherence to safety standards, coordinating materials and resources, and delivering works in line with programme and quality expectations.
This role will involve regular travel to various project locations, with strong support from the wider management team to ensure smooth project delivery.
This role will be suited to anyone coming from a machine / plant background or technical engineering background, coupled with your experience of managing labour and delivering large scale civils groundwork packages.
What you’ll need to succeed
- To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Proven experience as a Site Manager within civil engineering or groundworks
- Strong technical understanding of earthworks, drainage, RC foundations, and general civils operations
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- A strong commitment to health and safety on site
- Flexibility to travel as required for project demands
- Experience working on large‑scale civils packages or working for a civils subcontractor will be highly advantageous.
What you’ll get in return
You will be offered a competitive salary and benefits package, reflective of your experience and the travel requirements of the role.
You will also join a company known for its stability, high staff retention, and strong project pipeline—providing excellent long‑term career prospects. This is a great opportunity to play a central role in delivering major civils works while developing your career within a supportive and well‑structured organisation.
For a confidential discussion on salary, package details, or next steps, please contact Chris McNamara at Hays Recruitment.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris McNamara now.
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