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Site Manager

RTL Group Ltd
Bury St Edmunds · posted 4 August 2026
Salary
£300 – £350 a day
Job type
full time
Location
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
Category
Construction
Site Manager My client, a leading civil engineering contractor, is seeking an experienced Site Manager to join their team on a major railway infrastructure scheme. Site Manager Responsibilities * Manage the day to day delivery of rail and associated civil engineering works, ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with programme requirements. * Oversee site operations including drainage, earthworks, structures, trackside civils, ducting, troughing, concrete works, and associated railway infrastructure activities. * Lead and coordinate Site Engineers, Foremen, operatives, subcontractors, and suppliers, promoting a collaborative and high-performing site environment. * Ensure all works are carried out in compliance with Network Rail standards, project specifications, drawings, RAMS, permits, and company procedures. * Plan and manage labour, plant, materials, access arrangements, and subcontractors to achieve project milestones and maintain productivity. * Work closely with the Project Manager, commercial team, designers, Network Rail representatives, and other stakeholders to resolve technical and operational issues. * Monitor project progress, identify risks and opportunities, and implement mitigation measures to maintain programme and budget targets. * Ensure quality assurance procedures are followed throughout the project, carrying out regular inspections and ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards. * Promote a strong health, safety, environmental, and quality culture, ensuring full compliance with company policies, Network Rail requirements, and current legislation. * Manage site documentation including shift reports, site diaries, inspection records, quality records, permits, and programme updates. * Support commercial activities by identifying variations, monitoring site costs, and contributing to project reporting and forecasting. * Deliver toolbox talks, briefings, and site coordination meetings, ensuring all personnel are fully briefed on planned works and safety requirements. Site Manager Requirements * Previous experience working as a Site Manager on railway, rail civils, infrastructure, or major civil engineering projects. * Strong knowledge of Network Rail standards, safe systems of work, possessions, isolations, and trackside working requirements. * Experience managing multidisciplinary site teams and subcontractors on complex rail infrastructure projects. * Good understanding of drainage, structures, earthworks, reinforced concrete, ducting, troughing, and associated railway civil engineering works. * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction programmes. * Strong planning, leadership, communication, and organisational skills with the ability to deliver projects safely and efficiently. * Knowledge of NEC contracts and project delivery processes is advantageous. * Excellent understanding of health & safety legislation and industry best practice within the rail sector. * Valid PTS (Personal Track Safety) certification is essential. * Valid CSCS Card. * SMSTS qualification is essential. * First Aid at Work qualification is desirable. * COSS, SSSTS, or other rail competencies would be advantageous. * HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) is preferred. To apply, click the apply button and submit your CV
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