Civils Site Manager

Our client, a well-established civil engineering company based on the outskirts of Aberdeen, is seeking an experienced and proactive Site Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations on a variety of civil engineering and multi-utility projects. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring that work is carried out safely, to high quality standards, on time and within budget, in line with company standards and client expectations.Key Responsibilities:Manage and coordinate all on-site activities and subcontractors.Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards (HSEQ)Oversee project progress and report to senior managementInterpret construction drawings and specifications.Manage resources, including labour, materials, and plant.Prepare and maintain accurate site records, including site diaries, progress reports, and material deliveries.Identify hazards, assess risk and produce relevant RAMS as requiredPrepare and deliver job instructions and toolbox talks to site teamChair or attend site meetings and liaise with clients, consultants, statutory bodies and stakeholdersEnsure the project is delivered on time, within scope, and on budgetAssist the commercial team to ensure that projects under your control are fully measured and valued, promptly and accuratelyIdentify and mitigate project risks and resolve site issues effectively.Assist in tender reviews and the development of project delivery strategiesFoster a positive safety culture and uphold company standards across all operational activitiesSupport, coach and develop site teams, ensuring high levels of performance and moraleMonitor staff performance and undertake staff appraisalsSkills & Experience Required:SMSTS accreditationCSCS (Black or Gold)Proven experience as a Site Manager on civil engineering projectsSound knowledge of construction methods, planning and health and safety regulationsExceptional leadership and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectivelyDisplay a positive attitude, strong work ethic and be self-motivated and able to work independently or within a teamExcellent working knowledge of MS Office packagesFull UK driving licence Legal right to work in the UK without restrictions (no sponsorship available)A technical qualification in Civil Engineering or related field would be beneficial.What is Offered:Competitive salary based on experience and roleCompany VehiclePrivate Health CarePensionEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCareer development and training opportunitiesA supportive working environment with a growing companyThey are offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced, proactive and driven individual to become part of their dynamic and fast-paced, growing Operations team.While they welcome interest from all qualified candidates, they are currently unable to provide visa sponsorship. Therefore, only applicants with the unrestricted Right to Work in the UK can be considered.If interested, please contact me with the details below to discuss your current situation confidentially and if the role might be of interest: -Desired Skills and Experience* Organisation and management of direct employed ops and subcontractors on site* Material ordering and reconciliation* Management of ITP's and quality across site* Production of RAMS and management of site wide H&S* Coordination with client on design/environmental/H&S/Stakeholder management on site* Develop 2/3/4 week lookahead programmes reflecting main programme and allocate resource as required* Working with PM and Commercial team to identify & record and commercial opportunities and changes from scopeHays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Created: 2025-09-10