We are currently recruiting for a Freelance Works Manager to join a well-established, multi-million-pound civils contractor delivering a number of major infrastructure projects across the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Works Manager with a strong civil engineering background to take responsibility for the successful delivery of enabling works and early-stage construction activities, working closely with the Project Manager, Site Agents, engineers and subcontractors. The Role As Works Manager, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with programme, specification and quality requirements. The role will have a particular focus on enabling works, including the preparation and development of construction areas ahead of the main works. Key responsibilities will include: - Managing site teams and subcontractors across major civils projects. - Overseeing enabling works and site establishment activities. - Management and construction of haul roads, access routes and temporary works areas. - Coordinating earthworks, excavation, material movements and site logistics. - Ensuring plant, labour and materials are effectively planned and utilised. - Working closely with Site Engineers to ensure works are constructed to specification. - Monitoring progress against programme and identifying potential delays. - Coordinating multiple work fronts and subcontract packages. - Ensuring RAMS, ITPs and quality requirements are followed. - Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance. - Liaising with the Project Manager, Site Agent and client representatives. - Supporting the planning and sequencing of upcoming construction activities. About You The successful candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering and major infrastructure projects, with previous experience managing site operations and enabling works. You should have experience with: - Major civils/infrastructure schemes. - Enabling works and site preparation. - Haul road construction and site access. - Earthworks and bulk excavation. - Temporary works and construction logistics. - Managing subcontractors and site teams. - Working to demanding programmes and construction schedules. - Strong understanding of health & safety and quality requirements. - Previous experience working for a main contractor or Tier 1/Tier 2 civils contractor. SMSTS and CSCS are essential, with relevant temporary works and environmental experience advantageous. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Freelance Works Manager to join a growing civils contractor and play a key role in the delivery of major infrastructure works across the North West.
Aug 13, 2026
Contractor
We are currently recruiting for a Freelance Works Manager to join a well-established, multi-million-pound civils contractor delivering a number of major infrastructure projects across the North West. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Works Manager with a strong civil engineering background to take responsibility for the successful delivery of enabling works and early-stage construction activities, working closely with the Project Manager, Site Agents, engineers and subcontractors. The Role As Works Manager, you will be responsible for managing day-to-day site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with programme, specification and quality requirements. The role will have a particular focus on enabling works, including the preparation and development of construction areas ahead of the main works. Key responsibilities will include: - Managing site teams and subcontractors across major civils projects. - Overseeing enabling works and site establishment activities. - Management and construction of haul roads, access routes and temporary works areas. - Coordinating earthworks, excavation, material movements and site logistics. - Ensuring plant, labour and materials are effectively planned and utilised. - Working closely with Site Engineers to ensure works are constructed to specification. - Monitoring progress against programme and identifying potential delays. - Coordinating multiple work fronts and subcontract packages. - Ensuring RAMS, ITPs and quality requirements are followed. - Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance. - Liaising with the Project Manager, Site Agent and client representatives. - Supporting the planning and sequencing of upcoming construction activities. About You The successful candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering and major infrastructure projects, with previous experience managing site operations and enabling works. You should have experience with: - Major civils/infrastructure schemes. - Enabling works and site preparation. - Haul road construction and site access. - Earthworks and bulk excavation. - Temporary works and construction logistics. - Managing subcontractors and site teams. - Working to demanding programmes and construction schedules. - Strong understanding of health & safety and quality requirements. - Previous experience working for a main contractor or Tier 1/Tier 2 civils contractor. SMSTS and CSCS are essential, with relevant temporary works and environmental experience advantageous. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Freelance Works Manager to join a growing civils contractor and play a key role in the delivery of major infrastructure works across the North West.
Freelance Site Manager - AMP8 Water Civils Location: Swindon Start: Summer 2026 Long-term Freelance Opportunity A Freelance Site Manager is required to support delivery of a major AMP8 civils scheme within the water sector. The Role You will oversee delivery of a phosphorus removal scheme involving: Construction of a new concrete structure Civils works on an existing operational site Ductwork and associated infrastructure Management of subcontractors and daily site operations Driving health & safety, programme and quality performance This is a long-term opportunity with works expected to continue through to 2029. Requirements Previous experience delivering civils projects within the water or utilities sector Strong background in reinforced concrete and infrastructure works Experience working on live operational sites Ability to manage subcontractors, site coordination and HSEQ standards SMSTS, Temporary Works Co-rdinator, Lifting AP, CSCS and First Aid essential For more information or to apply, please submit your CV.
Aug 13, 2026
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Freelance Site Manager - AMP8 Water Civils Location: Swindon Start: Summer 2026 Long-term Freelance Opportunity A Freelance Site Manager is required to support delivery of a major AMP8 civils scheme within the water sector. The Role You will oversee delivery of a phosphorus removal scheme involving: Construction of a new concrete structure Civils works on an existing operational site Ductwork and associated infrastructure Management of subcontractors and daily site operations Driving health & safety, programme and quality performance This is a long-term opportunity with works expected to continue through to 2029. Requirements Previous experience delivering civils projects within the water or utilities sector Strong background in reinforced concrete and infrastructure works Experience working on live operational sites Ability to manage subcontractors, site coordination and HSEQ standards SMSTS, Temporary Works Co-rdinator, Lifting AP, CSCS and First Aid essential For more information or to apply, please submit your CV.
Job Type: Freelance Start Date: Immediate Industry: Civil Engineering / Housing Groundworks Location: South Coast Salary & Package: £80,000 plus package / £400 per day CIS The Role & About the Client ITS Building People are currently recruiting for an experienced Contracts Manager on behalf of a well-established contractor operating within the housing groundworks and civil engineering sector. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected contractor working across the South Coast. The successful candidate will have a strong background in housing groundworks and civils, with a minimum of 10 years' experience across groundworks, Section 278 works, drainage, kerbing and manholes. Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To: Managing housing groundworks and civil engineering projects. Overseeing groundworks, drainage, kerbing and manhole works. Managing and coordinating Section 278 (S278) works. Liaising with site teams, clients and other project stakeholders. Monitoring project progress and ensuring works are delivered effectively. Supporting the successful delivery of housing groundworks and associated civils works. Ensuring works are completed to the required standards and specifications. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Minimum 10 years' experience within the construction and civil engineering sector. Previous experience working as a Contracts Manager. Strong experience within housing groundworks. Civils experience. Experience with Section 278 (S278) works. Strong knowledge of drainage, kerbing and manhole works. Strong communication and organisational skills. How to Apply: If you're an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong background in housing groundworks and civils, looking for your next opportunity on the South Coast, we'd like to hear from you. Please submit your CV today or contact the ITS Building People Southampton office for a confidential discussion. Equal Opportunities ITS Building People is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Aug 11, 2026
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Job Type: Freelance Start Date: Immediate Industry: Civil Engineering / Housing Groundworks Location: South Coast Salary & Package: £80,000 plus package / £400 per day CIS The Role & About the Client ITS Building People are currently recruiting for an experienced Contracts Manager on behalf of a well-established contractor operating within the housing groundworks and civil engineering sector. This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected contractor working across the South Coast. The successful candidate will have a strong background in housing groundworks and civils, with a minimum of 10 years' experience across groundworks, Section 278 works, drainage, kerbing and manholes. Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To: Managing housing groundworks and civil engineering projects. Overseeing groundworks, drainage, kerbing and manhole works. Managing and coordinating Section 278 (S278) works. Liaising with site teams, clients and other project stakeholders. Monitoring project progress and ensuring works are delivered effectively. Supporting the successful delivery of housing groundworks and associated civils works. Ensuring works are completed to the required standards and specifications. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Minimum 10 years' experience within the construction and civil engineering sector. Previous experience working as a Contracts Manager. Strong experience within housing groundworks. Civils experience. Experience with Section 278 (S278) works. Strong knowledge of drainage, kerbing and manhole works. Strong communication and organisational skills. How to Apply: If you're an experienced Contracts Manager with a strong background in housing groundworks and civils, looking for your next opportunity on the South Coast, we'd like to hear from you. Please submit your CV today or contact the ITS Building People Southampton office for a confidential discussion. Equal Opportunities ITS Building People is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to join an established and growing specialist Groundworks & Civil Engineering contractor, overseeing the delivery of groundworks packages on behalf of a major housebuilder across Yorkshire. The business specialises in delivering groundworks and civil engineering packages for leading housebuilders and contractors, with a strong pipeline of work across the region. You will take responsibility for the successful delivery of the groundworks package, overseeing site operations from earthworks and foundations through to drainage, roads, sewers and associated external works. The role would suit someone who has progressed through the groundworks/civils sector and has strong experience delivering residential groundworks packages for housebuilders. The Role As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and delivery of groundworks and civil engineering packages, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, to programme and to the required quality standards. Key Responsibilities Managing the day-to-day delivery of groundworks and civil engineering packages. Supervising site teams, subcontractors, plant and groundworks gangs. Planning and sequencing works to maintain programme and productivity. Managing earthworks, excavation, foundations, drainage, roads, sewers and external works. Coordinating labour, plant and material requirements. Working from drawings, specifications and engineers' information. Liaising with engineers, surveyors, main contractors and client representatives. Monitoring progress against programme and identifying potential delays. Ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. Completing daily records, site reports and relevant project documentation. Managing RAMS, permits and site health & safety requirements. Identifying and resolving issues on site before they impact programme or cost. Supporting the Contracts Manager and wider project team with planning and delivery. About You The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience as a Site Manager within groundworks or civil engineering. Strong knowledge of groundworks construction and site operations on residential sites, but will consider those from others such as Commercial, Highrise, Retail, etc. Experience across earthworks, drainage, foundations, roads, sewers and/or infrastructure works. Experience managing groundworkers, subcontractors and plant. The ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications. Strong understanding of construction sequencing and site logistics. Excellent communication and leadership skills. A proactive approach to problem solving and project delivery. SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid. A genuine background within the groundworks/civils sector. What's on Offer 300 p/d Long-term freelance opportunity. Initial 12 month contract (likely to be extended) Consistent pipeline of Yorkshire-based projects. Opportunity to work for an established specialist contractor. Mid- September Start
Aug 10, 2026
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The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Groundworks Site Manager to join an established and growing specialist Groundworks & Civil Engineering contractor, overseeing the delivery of groundworks packages on behalf of a major housebuilder across Yorkshire. The business specialises in delivering groundworks and civil engineering packages for leading housebuilders and contractors, with a strong pipeline of work across the region. You will take responsibility for the successful delivery of the groundworks package, overseeing site operations from earthworks and foundations through to drainage, roads, sewers and associated external works. The role would suit someone who has progressed through the groundworks/civils sector and has strong experience delivering residential groundworks packages for housebuilders. The Role As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management and delivery of groundworks and civil engineering packages, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, to programme and to the required quality standards. Key Responsibilities Managing the day-to-day delivery of groundworks and civil engineering packages. Supervising site teams, subcontractors, plant and groundworks gangs. Planning and sequencing works to maintain programme and productivity. Managing earthworks, excavation, foundations, drainage, roads, sewers and external works. Coordinating labour, plant and material requirements. Working from drawings, specifications and engineers' information. Liaising with engineers, surveyors, main contractors and client representatives. Monitoring progress against programme and identifying potential delays. Ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. Completing daily records, site reports and relevant project documentation. Managing RAMS, permits and site health & safety requirements. Identifying and resolving issues on site before they impact programme or cost. Supporting the Contracts Manager and wider project team with planning and delivery. About You The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience as a Site Manager within groundworks or civil engineering. Strong knowledge of groundworks construction and site operations on residential sites, but will consider those from others such as Commercial, Highrise, Retail, etc. Experience across earthworks, drainage, foundations, roads, sewers and/or infrastructure works. Experience managing groundworkers, subcontractors and plant. The ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications. Strong understanding of construction sequencing and site logistics. Excellent communication and leadership skills. A proactive approach to problem solving and project delivery. SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid. A genuine background within the groundworks/civils sector. What's on Offer 300 p/d Long-term freelance opportunity. Initial 12 month contract (likely to be extended) Consistent pipeline of Yorkshire-based projects. Opportunity to work for an established specialist contractor. Mid- September Start
Job Title: Setting Out Engineer (Service Detection Certified) Location: Manchester Airport Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Freelance Rate: £375 Umbrella PAYE per day Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Setting Out Engineer to support civils and infrastructure works at Manchester Airport. The role involves precise setting out using Leica equipment and certified service detection to ensure safe excavation and installation across critical airport zones. Key Responsibilities: Setting out for drainage, sheet piling, and utilities . Conducting service detection using CAT Scanner, Genny, and other avoidance tools. Preparing and reviewing as-built drawings, QA documentation, and permit-to-dig records. Liaising with site teams and airport stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety and operational protocols. Supporting project engineers and site managers with technical input and reporting. Requirements: Experience as a Setting Out Engineer on civils or infrastructure projects, ideally in airport or transport environments. Service Detection Certification RD4000 or equivalent. Proficiency with Leica TS16, AutoCAD Valid CSCS card Strong understanding of drainage, groundworks, paving set out. Desirable: Experience working in live airport environments or other high-security infrastructure sites. NVQ or degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
Oct 08, 2025
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Job Title: Setting Out Engineer (Service Detection Certified) Location: Manchester Airport Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Freelance Rate: £375 Umbrella PAYE per day Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Setting Out Engineer to support civils and infrastructure works at Manchester Airport. The role involves precise setting out using Leica equipment and certified service detection to ensure safe excavation and installation across critical airport zones. Key Responsibilities: Setting out for drainage, sheet piling, and utilities . Conducting service detection using CAT Scanner, Genny, and other avoidance tools. Preparing and reviewing as-built drawings, QA documentation, and permit-to-dig records. Liaising with site teams and airport stakeholders to ensure compliance with safety and operational protocols. Supporting project engineers and site managers with technical input and reporting. Requirements: Experience as a Setting Out Engineer on civils or infrastructure projects, ideally in airport or transport environments. Service Detection Certification RD4000 or equivalent. Proficiency with Leica TS16, AutoCAD Valid CSCS card Strong understanding of drainage, groundworks, paving set out. Desirable: Experience working in live airport environments or other high-security infrastructure sites. NVQ or degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
The company is looking for someone to run a Civils and Building framework for the business, taking over from an existing employee who is moving to another part of the business Work will involve pointing up brickwork, drainage, vegetation clearance, small earthworks (cutting, embankments) and line side civils Individual projects up to 3m, majority of these are on NEC Contract so important for this person to at least have some commercial awareness Key responsibilities include: Programming and RAMS Working closely with the QS in pricing Creating CDM documentation Resourcing materials and ensuring these are distributed properly Liaising client with Network Rail (important part of the role so comms must be strong) Booking access to sites through planning teams Candidates must come from a Rail background - they'll be working closely with NR so need to understand the Rail environment To start with this will be 5 days in office/sites - office is in Marks Tey near Colchester, but would also spend 1 day per week at NR head office in Stratford Site travel would be dependent on the need to be there (if any issues for example) Preference would be for a permanent candidate but would look at freelancers also
Sep 22, 2025
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The company is looking for someone to run a Civils and Building framework for the business, taking over from an existing employee who is moving to another part of the business Work will involve pointing up brickwork, drainage, vegetation clearance, small earthworks (cutting, embankments) and line side civils Individual projects up to 3m, majority of these are on NEC Contract so important for this person to at least have some commercial awareness Key responsibilities include: Programming and RAMS Working closely with the QS in pricing Creating CDM documentation Resourcing materials and ensuring these are distributed properly Liaising client with Network Rail (important part of the role so comms must be strong) Booking access to sites through planning teams Candidates must come from a Rail background - they'll be working closely with NR so need to understand the Rail environment To start with this will be 5 days in office/sites - office is in Marks Tey near Colchester, but would also spend 1 day per week at NR head office in Stratford Site travel would be dependent on the need to be there (if any issues for example) Preference would be for a permanent candidate but would look at freelancers also
