Site Manager - Groundworks

• Civil Engineering Contractor
• Freelance: Up to £300 per day
• Duration: 35 weeks
• Start Date: 13th April 2026
• Location: Newport

We are currently searching for an experience Site Manager who specialises in Groundworks packages. The project is a new build industrial scheme whereby this contractor will oversee the delivery of the groundworks package up to structures. The project has a value of £5m and a 35-week programme.
 
The Role:

• Managing day-to-day site operations across groundworks packages, ensuring safe, on-time and to-spec delivery
• Supervising site teams, subcontractors and plant, coordinating labour and resources to maintain productivity
• Overseeing all groundworks activities, including earthworks, drainage, foundations, roads and external works
• Driving programme on site, sequencing works and ensuring alignment with main contractor timelines
• Ensuring compliance with HSEQ standards, implementing RAMS and maintaining a strong safety culture
• Monitoring quality of works, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications and adoptable standards
• Liaising with the main contractor, engineers and inspectors, coordinating inspections, approvals and resolving issues
• Managing site logistics, including deliveries, plant utilisation and material storage
• Maintaining accurate site records, including site diaries, progress reports and QA documentation
• Identifying and managing site risks, including ground conditions, access constraints and programme pressures

Required:

• Proven experience as a Site Manager or Supervisor within groundworks or civil engineering
• Strong background in groundworks operations, including drainage, foundations and external works
• Experience working with main contractors, coordinating works and managing site interfaces
• Good understanding of HSEQ and quality processes, including RAMS, inspections and QA documentation
• SMSTS, First Aid and CSCS are essential with Temporary Works being beneficial

To apply for this role, please send your CV through the portal or get in contact with Sam Marsden at Lonsite directly.