Site Manager - Groundworks, Utilities & CivilsWellingborough | 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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