Site Manager - Civils/ Structures
Posted 7 days 11 hours ago by Rycroft
Permanent
Full Time
Temporary Jobs
Dublin, Ireland
Job Description
Role 
The Site Manager - Civils is responsible for managing the day-to-day delivery of civil engineering and groundworks packages on Rycroft's residential developments, ensuring works are completed safely, to the required quality standards and in line with the project programme and budget. Working closely with the Project Manager, engineers, subcontractors and wider site team, the role oversees site infrastructure, drainage, roads, utilities and external works, coordinating delivery to support construction progress and phased handovers.
Key Responsibilities Site Management & Delivery- Plan, coordinate and supervise civil engineering and groundworks activities, including site clearance, earthworks, drainage, roads, footpaths, utilities and external works.
- Manage daily site operations, ensuring sufficient labour, plant, materials and subcontractor resources are available.
- Develop and monitor short-term programmes in line with the overall project programme.
- Coordinate civils works with building activities, maintaining safe access and avoiding disruption to other trades.
- Identify delays, site constraints and delivery risks, agreeing corrective actions with the Project Manager.
- Chair site coordination meetings as required and provide clear progress updates.
- Ensure works are completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications and project requirements.
- Work closely with site engineers to verify setting out, levels, service routes and drainage falls.
- Identify drawing discrepancies, service clashes and technical queries, ensuring they are resolved before affected works proceed.
- Coordinate inspections, testing and approval of works before covering up or progressing to the next stage.
- Monitor workmanship and ensure defects or non-conformances are addressed promptly.
- Ensure inspection records, test results and as-built information are maintained.
- Lead safe working practices and enforce site health and safety requirements.
- Ensure suitable risk assessments, method statements and permits are in place and followed.
- Maintain particular focus on excavation safety, temporary works, underground services, lifting operations and plant movements.
- Coordinate with the Health & Safety team and relevant temporary works personnel to ensure appropriate controls and inspections are in place.
- Maintain safe access, traffic management and effective segregation of pedestrians and plant.
- Report and investigate incidents and near misses in line with company procedures.
- Manage subcontractors and site teams, setting clear expectations for safety, quality, productivity and programme.
- Coordinate work areas and responsibilities between subcontractors to prevent clashes and delays.
- Monitor performance and address issues promptly.
- Support and guide engineers, foremen and other site personnel.
- Maintain clear communication with the project, commercial and health and safety teams.
- Coordinate utility installations and connections with service providers and specialist subcontractors.
- Liaise with local authorities, Uisce Éireann and other relevant stakeholders as required.
- Plan inspections, testing and connection activities in good time to support completion dates.
- Ensure works near existing services, neighbouring properties and public areas are properly controlled.
- Support the coordination of road opening requirements, traffic management arrangements and associated approvals where applicable.
- Monitor labour, plant and material usage, identifying opportunities to reduce waste and improve productivity.
- Coordinate procurement and deliveries with the purchasing and project teams.
- Record site instructions, changes, delays and additional works accurately.
- Highlight potential variations and cost implications to the commercial team before works proceed.
- Check subcontractor progress and support the verification of completed works.
- Implement site controls for dust, noise, surface water, silt and waste.
- Ensure excavated materials and waste are handled in accordance with project procedures.
- Monitor site conditions and respond promptly to environmental risks or complaints.
- Coordinate completion of roads, drainage, utilities, landscaping interfaces and external works to support phased handovers.
- Prepare and close out snag lists and outstanding works.
- Ensure testing, surveys and handover records are completed and submitted.
- Support the project team with taking-in-charge requirements and the closure of defects where applicable.
- Previous experience as a Site Manager on civil engineering, groundworks or residential infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of earthworks, drainage, roads, utilities and external works.
- Proven ability to manage subcontractors, site resources and construction programmes.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
- Good understanding of excavation safety, temporary works and working around underground services.
- Experience coordinating with utility providers and local authorities.
- Relevant civil engineering, construction management or trade qualification is desirable.
- Valid Safe Pass and relevant site management safety training.
- Full driving licence and ability to travel between project locations as required.
- Confidence using digital systems for site reporting, inspections and document management.
- Strong leadership and clear communication.
- Practical problem-solving and sound technical judgement.
- Effective planning and coordination of multiple work activities.
- Strong attention to quality, safety and detail.
- Accountability for programme delivery and site performance.
- A collaborative approach when working with site teams, subcontractors and external stakeholders.
Rycroft is a home builder operating across Leinster, Ireland.
Every development we deliver is the result of careful land selection, considered design, and a construction process held to the highest standards. We believe that where you live shapes how you live, and that belief drives everything we do.