Site Manager
Site Manager
Employee type
Temporary
Salary
Competitive
Category
Construction
Job Description
Site Manager – Groundworks & Civils
Location: Ashford, Kent
Start Date: 5th October 2026
Duration: 35 weeks
We are currently seeking an experienced Site Manager to join a major groundworks and civils project in Ashford, Kent, starting on 5th October for an initial 35-week contract.
The project involves the development of a large open storage yard, including approximately 100,000m² of concrete hardstanding, extensive drainage and associated groundworks and civils.
We are looking for a Site Manager with a strong groundworks/civils background who is confident managing site operations, subcontractors and health & safety on a large-scale project.
Key Responsibilities
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Managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.
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Supervising groundworks, civils, drainage and concrete works.
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Managing subcontractors and site teams.
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Coordinating daily activities, labour, plant and materials.
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Monitoring progress against programme and reporting to the Project Manager.
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Ensuring works are carried out in accordance with RAMS and health & safety requirements.
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Maintaining high standards of site organisation, quality and compliance.
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Liaising with engineers, subcontractors and the wider project team.
Requirements
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Proven experience as a Site Manager within groundworks and/or civil engineering.
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Strong understanding of groundworks, drainage and concrete hardstanding.
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Experience managing large-scale external works projects.
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SMSTS – essential.
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First Aid at Work – essential.
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Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
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Ability to manage subcontractors and coordinate multiple site activities.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Groundworks/Civils Site Manager to work on a substantial project in Ashford for a 35-week contract.
To apply, please submit your CV for immediate consideration