Highways Site Manager

  • Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
  • Manchester, Lancashire
  • Oct 23, 2025
Seasonal Construction

Job Description

Your new companyYou'll be joining a leading civil engineering contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex highways and infrastructure projects across the UK. With a growing portfolio in the North West, they are committed to safety, innovation, and quality delivery.Your new roleAs Site Manager, you'll take ownership of day-to-day site operations on a major highways scheme. You'll coordinate subcontractors, manage site teams, ensure compliance with health & safety standards, and drive programme delivery. You'll report to the Project Manager and play a key role in stakeholder communication and site progress reporting.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven experience managing highways or civil engineering projects
  • SMSTS, CSCS (Gold or Black), and First Aid certification
  • Strong understanding of temporary works, traffic management, and CDM regulations
  • Ability to lead teams, manage subcontractors, and deliver to tight deadlines
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills

What you'll get in return

  • Competitive day rate or salary (depending on contract type)
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile infrastructure projects
  • Supportive team environment with long-term pipeline of work
  • Potential for career progression within a growing business

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