Site Manager

  • Hays
  • Berwick-upon-tweed, Northumberland
  • 24/06/2026
Seasonal Construction

Job Description

Civils Site Manager

Site Manager
Berwick-upon-Tweed
3-4 months
Rate negotiable

Your new company
You'll be joining a leading civil engineering contractor with a strong track record in delivering complex infrastructure works across the water sector. With multiple live projects across the region, they are now seeking an experienced Civils Site Manager to support a key water-treatment scheme in Berwick-upon-Tweed.
Your new role
As Civils Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for day-to-day site operations on a live water-treatment project. This is a 4-6 month contract, working from 07:30-16:00, overseeing all site activity, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring safe, efficient project delivery.
Your duties will include:

  • Leading and organising site operations to deliver works safely, on programme, and within budget
  • Ensuring a competent and supported workforce (including subcontractors) is in place for all activities
  • Carrying out site audits and inspections to maintain full Health & Safety compliance
  • Performing quality checks in line with contract requirements, maintaining accurate records of resources, materials and plant
  • Producing daily and weekly reports on site resources, materials and performance
What you'll need to succeed
You'll bring a strong background in civil engineering delivery, ideally within water or heavy civils environments. You should have:
  • A solid understanding of programme delivery and construction processes
  • Experience managing medium to heavy civils projects, including temporary works installations
  • Knowledge of the NEC form of contract and relevant HSEQ legislation
  • Strong commercial awareness and a practical approach to managing budgets and costs
Qualifications:
  • HNC or above (preferably in an engineering discipline)
  • Preferably Chartered Status (not essential)
  • SMSTS
  • Temporary Works Supervisor
  • CSCS or SHEA
  • First Aid
  • LOLER Appointed Persons
  • CDM Awareness
  • Confined Space (Medium Risk)
What you'll get in return
A competitive day rate, the opportunity to work on a high-profile water-sector project, and the chance to join a respected contractor with ongoing work across the region. You'll be supported by an experienced project team and gain exposure to a technically challenging scheme.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us today.