Ridgeway and co are partnering with a leading Groundworks contractor in their search for a Site Manager located in Stanford Le Hope paying up to £280 per day. All candidates must be able to read drawings, have engineering experience and have experience in Drainage and Section 278 works.
- Qualifications
· Valid CSCS Card (preferably at Manager-level).
· SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) certification is essential.
· First Aid at Work certification.
· Temporary Works Coordinator certification is highly desirable.
- Professional Experience
· 5–7 years of site management experience in civil engineering or construction projects, with a focus on:
o Demolition of structural elements (e.g., suspended slabs).
o Installation of prefabricated components, including service pits and associated services.
o Reinforced concrete works, including slab reinstatement, epoxy finishes, and markings.
o Coordination of M&E installations, including service ducts, power supplies, lighting, compressed air, and fume extraction systems.
o Temporary works design and implementation for confined workspaces.
· Previous experience managing works within operational environments, adhering to access, safety, and operational constraints.
· Familiarity with waste management practices, including disposal of excavated and demolished materials to authorized locations.
- Technical Skills
· Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and method statements.
· Proficiency in managing temporary works related to structural protection, isolation zones, and safe equipment placement.
· Strong understanding of quality assurance processes, including testing and commissioning of mechanical and electrical installations.
· Experience working in line with Eurocodes, British Standards, and CDM Regulations 2015.
· Knowledge of gas protection membrane installations and structural slab repair techniques.
- Key Responsibilities
· Project Coordination: Supervise daily site operations, ensuring efficient sequencing of demolition, installation, and reinstatement activities.
· Temporary Works Oversight: Ensure safe access and protection of the existing suspended slab during demolition and pit installation phases.
· Health & Safety Compliance: Maintain safe working conditions as the Principal Contractor in line with CDM requirements.
· Stakeholder Management: Liaise with the client, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to minimize disruption to terminal operations.
· Programme Management: Deliver the project within the agreed timeframe, ensuring coordination with other contractors and services.
· Quality Control: Oversee testing and commissioning of all installations, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards.
· Site Cleanliness & Logistics: Manage material storage, waste disposal, and cleanliness per the site requirements and client expectations.
- Soft Skills
· Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to manage phased and confined works.
· Strong leadership and communication skills to effectively direct teams and liaise with stakeholders.
· Problem-solving aptitude to address unforeseen challenges in real-time.
· Meticulous attention to detail to ensure quality and compliance across all aspects of the project.
- Additional Requirements
· Full UK Driving Licence and flexibility to travel to the site as required.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and project management tools.
· Familiarity with environmental considerations and best practices for sustainable construction.
If you feel you would be suitable for this role, please apply by submitting your CV or alternatively get in contact by emailing Ridgeway & Co on contact details provided
