At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage highways projects, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company committed to excellence in road management.
- Benefits: Company van, income protection, and growth opportunities within a national business.
- Other info: Embrace diversity and enjoy a supportive work-life balance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Scotland's road network while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in highways management and a degree in construction or project management.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
About the Role
The Site Manager plays a crucial role in delivering the work programme to the client on time, cost and quality. The role holder is responsible for the day-to-day running of the site, working with the Contract Manager to ensure all client timescales are met without exposing Carnell to risk. Taking responsibility for the safety, quality and environmental elements of the work being undertaken, the role holder acts as a bridge between site operations and office-based management. Excellent IT, communication, and leadership skills are required to manage multi-disciplinary site teams. The role holder must be flexible, able to work away from home, undertake duties at night and on weekends when necessary.
What You’ll Do
- Project Delivery & Site Management
- Overseeing all aspects of on-site delivery including commercial, programme, resources, safety, quality and environmental performance
- Ensuring compliance with all SHEQ requirements and site rules
- Coordinating shift start-ups, close-downs and change-overs
- Supporting the production of Construction Phase Plans, Project Management Plans and other documentation
- Leadership & People Management
- Leading and developing Supervisors and Operatives
- Delivering pre-start briefings, toolbox talks and training
- Conducting appraisals and supporting skills development
- Client Relationship Management
- Acting as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders
- Attending site visits to support project development and asset assessment
- Maintaining positive client relationships and identifying new opportunities
- Quality & Performance
- Ensuring work is delivered Right First Time and meets specification
- Managing project KPIs and deadlines
- Making quality adjustments and rejecting work outside specification
- Resource & Operational Coordination
- Ensuring adequate staffing levels
- Managing working hours and authorising exceedances
- Overseeing plant, vehicles, equipment and operational paperwork
What You’ll Bring
- Experience & Knowledge
- Previous experience in highways contract management
- Strong understanding of drainage construction and relevant standards (CDM 2015, MCHW, DMRB, CS 551, CD 535)
- Experience managing teams on high-speed roads
- Strong grasp of health & safety legislation
- Good commercial and business strategy awareness
- Skills
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills
- Strong organisational and leadership skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with clients, colleagues and supply chain
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent (HND/HNC) in construction or project management
- SMSTS
- Full UK driving licence
What We Offer
- Company van
- Group Income Protection
- Opportunities to grow within a national, forward-thinking business
Ready to Lead the Way?
If you’re passionate about managing safe, high-quality highways projects and want to play a key role in our growing Scottish operations, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us deliver excellence across Scotland’s strategic road network.
Equal Opportunity
Carnell is committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce, offering equal opportunity to all. We create an environment where difference is embraced and individuals flourish. We are also committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of all employees, promoting a good work-life balance.
Site Manager (Temporary) in Scotland employer: Carnell Support Services Limited
At Carnell, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values diversity and inclusivity. Our Featherstone location provides a dynamic environment where employees can thrive, with opportunities for professional growth and development, alongside competitive benefits such as a company pension, life assurance, and generous holiday entitlement. Join us in making a meaningful impact on the UK's road network while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
Contact Details:
Carnell Support Services Limited Recruitment Team
