I am working with a client who is looking for a site manager who is able to do some setting out for a barn rebuild in Plymouth. The project will involve all aspects of Groundworks through to completion so experience of managing projects from start to finish is essential. To be considered for the role you will require SMSTS and First aid certificate and ideally be from a Groundworks background with experience of setting out. The project is due to start on the 5th Jan and is expected to last for 16 weeks. If you are interested please forward an up to date copy of your CV. Rate will be negotiable depending if you have your own kit and your experience.
Dec 05, 2025
Contract
I am working with a client who is looking for a site manager who is able to do some setting out for a barn rebuild in Plymouth. The project will involve all aspects of Groundworks through to completion so experience of managing projects from start to finish is essential. To be considered for the role you will require SMSTS and First aid certificate and ideally be from a Groundworks background with experience of setting out. The project is due to start on the 5th Jan and is expected to last for 16 weeks. If you are interested please forward an up to date copy of your CV. Rate will be negotiable depending if you have your own kit and your experience.
A leading construction firm is seeking a Site Manager to lead a long-term project in Exeter, responsible for the delivery of piling, groundworks, and landscaping packages. The ideal candidate will have solid project delivery experience, excellent self-organisation skills, and a strong focus on health and safety. This role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including 26 days of annual leave and a pension scheme.
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
A leading construction firm is seeking a Site Manager to lead a long-term project in Exeter, responsible for the delivery of piling, groundworks, and landscaping packages. The ideal candidate will have solid project delivery experience, excellent self-organisation skills, and a strong focus on health and safety. This role offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including 26 days of annual leave and a pension scheme.
Bouygues UK is a leading construction and property development company in the United Kingdom. It is part of Bouygues Construction which employs 35,600 people around the world, all driven by the greatest and most exciting responsibility of all - building for life. Bouygues UK has an exciting opportunity available for a Site Manager to work on one of our upcoming long-term construction projects inExeter. Job Purpose and Scope: Site Manager responsible for the piling and groundworks, evolving into a comprehensive landscaping package. Oversees project timeframes and budgets, ensuring successful delivery of the project, highlighting any risks, challenges and mitigations. To ensure effective and efficient production within the project programme, with a key focus around commercial awareness, robust quality controls with Health and Safety paramount to the project's success. Accountabilities and key tasks: To be the project lead for the delivery of the piling, groundworks and landscaping packages, in coordination with a wider team for a successful overall project delivery. Support the commercial team in the package procurement with the commercial and design team for the relevant packages. Lead the delivery of these packages whilst coordinating the works with surrounding trades. Work closely with the Site Engineer to ensure correct works checks are completed. Support the project planner and sub-contractor to ensure a robust package programme is both established and executed. Manage the daily activities of the appointed ground works contractor, in respect of Health and Safety, quality controls and programme management. Manage the costs associated with the works, supporting the commercial team with monthly valuations and analysing any variations should they arise. Lead weekly progress meetings and produce the required timeline of works / action points. Subcontractor management to ensure projects are delivered on time and compliant. Control of subcontractors and directly employed labour. Liaison with the Client and their agents. Review of ongoing works with a view to highlight potential defects. Advising production teams on 'lessons learnt'. Attend daily 'Start Up Safety Meetings' with the sub-contractors. Attend / lead daily Black Hat / Coordination meetings. Manage the snagging/defects process to ensure a defect free end product. About You: Experience in the successful delivery phase of projects. Excellent self-organisation skills and ability to organise others. Priority management. Ability to drive program. High levels of quality standards. Attention to H&S matters. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously Why Bouygues UK Day in day out our teams deliver some of the most technically innovative and challenging projects across the UK and the world. With a strong corporate culture, we look for people who demonstrate our key values - Teamwork, Trust, Simplicity & Pioneering Spirit . We offer competitive basic salaries coupled with generous company benefits including: 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days pension scheme life insurance private medical insurance BY Extra - opt into lifestyle benefits Volunteering opportunities Bouygues Construction UK was awarded the Top Employers United Kingdom and Top Employers Europe certification! Together with our partners and clients, Bouygues UK delivers award-winning construction, development and regeneration projects to the most exacting standards across public and commercial private sectors. Bouygues UK is part of the Bouygues Group, a diverse global business which operates in the construction, engineering, energy, media and telecommunications markets. With annual sales of over €32 billion and operations in over 100 countries, the financial strength of our group is a key differentiator in these challenging economic times. Be Yourself! Here at Bouygues we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details. If you choose to apply for this role, please do not include any sensitive data on your CV which reveals (directly or indirectly); your race or ethnic origins, your political, philosophical or religious opinions, or your membership of a trade union, your social security number, or information which relates to your health or sexual orientation or to any criminal convictions. If you have any question feel free to contact ELEANOR ROGERS
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
Bouygues UK is a leading construction and property development company in the United Kingdom. It is part of Bouygues Construction which employs 35,600 people around the world, all driven by the greatest and most exciting responsibility of all - building for life. Bouygues UK has an exciting opportunity available for a Site Manager to work on one of our upcoming long-term construction projects inExeter. Job Purpose and Scope: Site Manager responsible for the piling and groundworks, evolving into a comprehensive landscaping package. Oversees project timeframes and budgets, ensuring successful delivery of the project, highlighting any risks, challenges and mitigations. To ensure effective and efficient production within the project programme, with a key focus around commercial awareness, robust quality controls with Health and Safety paramount to the project's success. Accountabilities and key tasks: To be the project lead for the delivery of the piling, groundworks and landscaping packages, in coordination with a wider team for a successful overall project delivery. Support the commercial team in the package procurement with the commercial and design team for the relevant packages. Lead the delivery of these packages whilst coordinating the works with surrounding trades. Work closely with the Site Engineer to ensure correct works checks are completed. Support the project planner and sub-contractor to ensure a robust package programme is both established and executed. Manage the daily activities of the appointed ground works contractor, in respect of Health and Safety, quality controls and programme management. Manage the costs associated with the works, supporting the commercial team with monthly valuations and analysing any variations should they arise. Lead weekly progress meetings and produce the required timeline of works / action points. Subcontractor management to ensure projects are delivered on time and compliant. Control of subcontractors and directly employed labour. Liaison with the Client and their agents. Review of ongoing works with a view to highlight potential defects. Advising production teams on 'lessons learnt'. Attend daily 'Start Up Safety Meetings' with the sub-contractors. Attend / lead daily Black Hat / Coordination meetings. Manage the snagging/defects process to ensure a defect free end product. About You: Experience in the successful delivery phase of projects. Excellent self-organisation skills and ability to organise others. Priority management. Ability to drive program. High levels of quality standards. Attention to H&S matters. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously Why Bouygues UK Day in day out our teams deliver some of the most technically innovative and challenging projects across the UK and the world. With a strong corporate culture, we look for people who demonstrate our key values - Teamwork, Trust, Simplicity & Pioneering Spirit . We offer competitive basic salaries coupled with generous company benefits including: 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days pension scheme life insurance private medical insurance BY Extra - opt into lifestyle benefits Volunteering opportunities Bouygues Construction UK was awarded the Top Employers United Kingdom and Top Employers Europe certification! Together with our partners and clients, Bouygues UK delivers award-winning construction, development and regeneration projects to the most exacting standards across public and commercial private sectors. Bouygues UK is part of the Bouygues Group, a diverse global business which operates in the construction, engineering, energy, media and telecommunications markets. With annual sales of over €32 billion and operations in over 100 countries, the financial strength of our group is a key differentiator in these challenging economic times. Be Yourself! Here at Bouygues we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details. If you choose to apply for this role, please do not include any sensitive data on your CV which reveals (directly or indirectly); your race or ethnic origins, your political, philosophical or religious opinions, or your membership of a trade union, your social security number, or information which relates to your health or sexual orientation or to any criminal convictions. If you have any question feel free to contact ELEANOR ROGERS
Quantity Surveyor, Exeter, boutique construction contractor and property developer Location: Exeter, Devon Position: Quantity Surveyor Contractor Type: Residential Construction Reporting To: Commercial Manager Start Date: ASAP Salary: £40-£60k per annum (depending on experience), plus pension and company benefits The Opportunity A small bespoke construction property company is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support the Commercial Manager overseeing two live residential projects and working on pre-construction for up-and-coming schemes in the pipeline. This is an office-based role with weekly visits to sites in North Devon. Consisting of a 100-unit water fronted development and the private sale of apartments in a listed building. Key Responsibilities Commercial management of major subcontract packages (e.g. M&E, façade, groundworks, structural frame) Preparation and management of tender processes for allocated packages Subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and contract administration Valuations, variations, and change management Accurate cost reporting and forecasting, supporting monthly CVRs Management of interim payments and final accounts Ensuring contractual compliance and managing risk and opportunity within packages Supporting the Commercial Manager in all day-to-day commercial functions Contributing to cost control, reporting systems, and overall project delivery efficiency Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor working on residential new build or refurbishment projects for a small to medium sized contractor or residential developer. Demonstrable experience managing subcontract packages end-to-end Strong knowledge of the residential sector Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills Degree-qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management Why Join this company? Join a growing bespoke property business in the heart of Exeter. Cash rich business Chance to grow with the company and follow a promotional route to senior level. Work alongside a strong, commercial, pre-con and delivery team Professional, high-quality working environment on a technically complex and rewarding project
Nov 28, 2025
Full time
Quantity Surveyor, Exeter, boutique construction contractor and property developer Location: Exeter, Devon Position: Quantity Surveyor Contractor Type: Residential Construction Reporting To: Commercial Manager Start Date: ASAP Salary: £40-£60k per annum (depending on experience), plus pension and company benefits The Opportunity A small bespoke construction property company is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to support the Commercial Manager overseeing two live residential projects and working on pre-construction for up-and-coming schemes in the pipeline. This is an office-based role with weekly visits to sites in North Devon. Consisting of a 100-unit water fronted development and the private sale of apartments in a listed building. Key Responsibilities Commercial management of major subcontract packages (e.g. M&E, façade, groundworks, structural frame) Preparation and management of tender processes for allocated packages Subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and contract administration Valuations, variations, and change management Accurate cost reporting and forecasting, supporting monthly CVRs Management of interim payments and final accounts Ensuring contractual compliance and managing risk and opportunity within packages Supporting the Commercial Manager in all day-to-day commercial functions Contributing to cost control, reporting systems, and overall project delivery efficiency Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor working on residential new build or refurbishment projects for a small to medium sized contractor or residential developer. Demonstrable experience managing subcontract packages end-to-end Strong knowledge of the residential sector Excellent communication, negotiation, and reporting skills Degree-qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management Why Join this company? Join a growing bespoke property business in the heart of Exeter. Cash rich business Chance to grow with the company and follow a promotional route to senior level. Work alongside a strong, commercial, pre-con and delivery team Professional, high-quality working environment on a technically complex and rewarding project
Abatec is recruiting for a freelance Site Manager to join a recognised regional contractor on a groundworks project in Devon. The successful candidate will have a previous background in civil engineering, drainage, groundworks and have prior experience working on section 278 works. As a Site Manager you will: Have experience with drainage, groundworks and 278 works. Assist the Project Manager in the day-to-day running of the site. Act as a responsible member of staff, liaising with men on the ground. Our client requires a Site Manager with: Valid CSCS SMSTS A good understating of construction health & safety protocols. Excellent communication skills. A background in Civil Engineering Salary and benefits include: 300- 350 per day (CIS Umbrella) If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Matt Hughes on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed). We are always looking for candidates for similar positions, so please register your details with us to hear about similar opportunities that you may be interested in. Abatec Ltd. is working as an employment business on behalf of a client.
Nov 18, 2025
Contract
Abatec is recruiting for a freelance Site Manager to join a recognised regional contractor on a groundworks project in Devon. The successful candidate will have a previous background in civil engineering, drainage, groundworks and have prior experience working on section 278 works. As a Site Manager you will: Have experience with drainage, groundworks and 278 works. Assist the Project Manager in the day-to-day running of the site. Act as a responsible member of staff, liaising with men on the ground. Our client requires a Site Manager with: Valid CSCS SMSTS A good understating of construction health & safety protocols. Excellent communication skills. A background in Civil Engineering Salary and benefits include: 300- 350 per day (CIS Umbrella) If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Matt Hughes on (phone number removed). The reference for this vacancy is (phone number removed). We are always looking for candidates for similar positions, so please register your details with us to hear about similar opportunities that you may be interested in. Abatec Ltd. is working as an employment business on behalf of a client.
A regional construction contractor who work across the South West on new-build, refurb and groundworks projects are looking for a Site Manager to oversee projects within residential, education and commercial sectors, predominantly in Devon/Somerset.
Founded over 75 years ago, this contractor have adapted to the times over the last century, and have grown to work on projects of anywhere up to £15m.
If you are successful in your application, as Site Manager you will become an integral member of a close-knit team who between them, have centuries of knowledge and experience in the industry, including some Directors who actually began their careers at the company.
Requirements for this Site Manager position:
* Strong knowledge of the construction industry
* Experience within as a Site Manager
* Full UK Driving License
* You must be personable, articulate and confident to liaise with stakeholders at all levels
Package for this Site Manager position:
* Up to £50,000 salary
* Car allowance
* Competitive pension
* Travel allowances
* Fast tracked career progression
Oct 08, 2021
Permanent
A regional construction contractor who work across the South West on new-build, refurb and groundworks projects are looking for a Site Manager to oversee projects within residential, education and commercial sectors, predominantly in Devon/Somerset.
Founded over 75 years ago, this contractor have adapted to the times over the last century, and have grown to work on projects of anywhere up to £15m.
If you are successful in your application, as Site Manager you will become an integral member of a close-knit team who between them, have centuries of knowledge and experience in the industry, including some Directors who actually began their careers at the company.
Requirements for this Site Manager position:
* Strong knowledge of the construction industry
* Experience within as a Site Manager
* Full UK Driving License
* You must be personable, articulate and confident to liaise with stakeholders at all levels
Package for this Site Manager position:
* Up to £50,000 salary
* Car allowance
* Competitive pension
* Travel allowances
* Fast tracked career progression
Net Temps are working with a well-established company who are currently seeking a Site Engineer / Site Manager for a temporary role on a Building and Construction site.
Location: Exeter
Duration: 8 months
Pay Rate: £270.00 - £300.00 per day. Dependent on experience.
Duties will include:
* Will be operating as an engineer whilst the groundworks are still on site, setting out and reading drawings.
* Also acting Site manager on site, around 8 months work.
* Working on student accommodation build
Requirements:
* MUST have CSCS
* REQUIRED to wear Full PPE (hard hat, High Vis & Safety boots)
* MUST have working reference
* MUST have the right to work in the UK
Apply Now:
If you are interested in this vacancy please contact Lyndsey in the Nottingham office on (phone number removed) to register your details with us.
Net Temps is advertising this vacancy in its capacity as an Employment Business.
Net Temps supplies both temporary and permanent labour to the Construction, Engineering and Allied industries throughout the UK.
Follow us on twitter at @Net_Temps
Please note due to the high volume of applicants only those who are successful will be contacted. Net Temp is an equal opportunities employer.
"Net Temps is advertising this vacancy in its capacity as an Employment Business.
Net Temps supplies both temporary and permanent labour to the Construction, Engineering and Allied industries throughout the UK.
Visit our website at (url removed)
Follow us on twitter at @Net_Temps
Please note, due to the high volume of applicants only those who are successful will be contacted. Net Temp is an equal opportunities employer
Aug 14, 2020
Net Temps are working with a well-established company who are currently seeking a Site Engineer / Site Manager for a temporary role on a Building and Construction site.
Location: Exeter
Duration: 8 months
Pay Rate: £270.00 - £300.00 per day. Dependent on experience.
Duties will include:
* Will be operating as an engineer whilst the groundworks are still on site, setting out and reading drawings.
* Also acting Site manager on site, around 8 months work.
* Working on student accommodation build
Requirements:
* MUST have CSCS
* REQUIRED to wear Full PPE (hard hat, High Vis & Safety boots)
* MUST have working reference
* MUST have the right to work in the UK
Apply Now:
If you are interested in this vacancy please contact Lyndsey in the Nottingham office on (phone number removed) to register your details with us.
Net Temps is advertising this vacancy in its capacity as an Employment Business.
Net Temps supplies both temporary and permanent labour to the Construction, Engineering and Allied industries throughout the UK.
Follow us on twitter at @Net_Temps
Please note due to the high volume of applicants only those who are successful will be contacted. Net Temp is an equal opportunities employer.
"Net Temps is advertising this vacancy in its capacity as an Employment Business.
Net Temps supplies both temporary and permanent labour to the Construction, Engineering and Allied industries throughout the UK.
Visit our website at (url removed)
Follow us on twitter at @Net_Temps
Please note, due to the high volume of applicants only those who are successful will be contacted. Net Temp is an equal opportunities employer
I am working with a number of Civil Engineering, Utilities, Highways and Groundworks contractors on permament vacancies throughout the South-West region including Bristol, Dorset, Somerset, Devon, Wiltshire and Cornwall.
Current and imminent vacancies include:
Site Engineer
Site Agent
General Foreman / Works Manager
Project ManagerExperience required will include infrastructure, earthworks, utilities, highways and groundworks.
If you are looking for a change of career within the sector please click on "Apply" to submit your CV and I'll be in touch to discuss shortly, thank you.
Setsquare is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Jul 23, 2020
Permanent
I am working with a number of Civil Engineering, Utilities, Highways and Groundworks contractors on permament vacancies throughout the South-West region including Bristol, Dorset, Somerset, Devon, Wiltshire and Cornwall.
Current and imminent vacancies include:
Site Engineer
Site Agent
General Foreman / Works Manager
Project ManagerExperience required will include infrastructure, earthworks, utilities, highways and groundworks.
If you are looking for a change of career within the sector please click on "Apply" to submit your CV and I'll be in touch to discuss shortly, thank you.
Setsquare is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Having established an enviable reputation for quality and professionalism of service, this well respected regional contractor provides a full range of construction and related services across a broad client base enjoying high levels of repeat business.
Currently on site with a steel frame, new build in the heart of Devon, they are in need of a competant and diligent Site Manager with an Engineering and/or Groundworks background.
The scheme is currently in the ground with deep excavation and slab works programmed imminently so previous knowledge of this construction phase is essential.
Reporting into a site based Project Manager, you'd be responsible for a range of duties including running inductions, managing all H&S of workers and general Quality assurance, You should have a proven track record of performing this role within a main contracting environment previously and should also have CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid at work certificates.
If you are an experienced Site Manager and could be available to assume a contract role ASAP then please give me a call or forward your CV today
Jan 22, 2017
Having established an enviable reputation for quality and professionalism of service, this well respected regional contractor provides a full range of construction and related services across a broad client base enjoying high levels of repeat business.
Currently on site with a steel frame, new build in the heart of Devon, they are in need of a competant and diligent Site Manager with an Engineering and/or Groundworks background.
The scheme is currently in the ground with deep excavation and slab works programmed imminently so previous knowledge of this construction phase is essential.
Reporting into a site based Project Manager, you'd be responsible for a range of duties including running inductions, managing all H&S of workers and general Quality assurance, You should have a proven track record of performing this role within a main contracting environment previously and should also have CSCS, SMSTS, and First Aid at work certificates.
If you are an experienced Site Manager and could be available to assume a contract role ASAP then please give me a call or forward your CV today
