Job Description
Site Manager - Tunnelling / Heavy Civils
55,000 - 60,000 + Company Vehicle
Cardiff / Bridgend Area
Barker Ross is recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join a specialist contractor delivering tunnelling and heavy civil engineering works across the Cardiff and Bridgend region.
This role is suited to a proactive Site Manager with proven experience in tunnelling environments and complex civil engineering projects, capable of managing site operations while maintaining strict safety, quality, and contractual standards. Candidates must be willing and able to work away from home as project requirements demand.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee day-to-day site operations on tunnelling and heavy civil engineering projects
Manage site teams, subcontractors, plant, and resources to ensure safe and efficient delivery of works
Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, particularly within tunnelling operations
Deliver works in line with programme and project objectives
Maintain detailed and accurate site records, including contractual issues, variations, delays, and change management documentation
Work closely with engineering and commercial teams to support project delivery and contractual compliance
Provide regular progress reporting and coordinate with project stakeholders
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Site Manager within tunnelling and/or heavy civils projects
Strong understanding of tunnelling methodologies and site safety requirements
Demonstrable experience with contractual issue management and record keeping
Excellent leadership, planning, and communication skills
Must be happy to work away from home when required
SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications (or equivalent) preferred
Full UK driving licence
Package:
Salary 55,000 - 60,000 (depending on experience)
Company vehicle provided
Long-term project pipeline with strong career progression opportunities
If you are an experienced Site Manager with tunnelling experience looking for your next challenge, apply today through Barker Ross.
Barker Ross Group values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
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