Job Description

Site Manager - Highways & High Specification Public Realm

Salary: 46,000 - 56,000 DOE plus 4,000 Car Allowance & Benefits

Casey

Oldham, Greater Manchester

Full-time, Permanent

We are currently recruiting for a highways/civil engineering Site Manager to assume overall responsibility for all on-site construction activities for one of our projects starting soon!

Who are we looking for?

We're looking for an experienced Site Manager with a strong background in highways or civil engineering who holds a Level 5 NVQ in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).

You'll be confident leading site teams, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

You'll have hands-on experience across all aspects of highway construction and reconstruction, including excavation and earthworks, drainage, kerbing and edging, construction of road layers (sub-base, binder, and surface courses), footpaths and paved areas, line marking, street furniture installation, and safety barriers.

This role sits within the Sustainable Oldham: SOSPA initiative - a high-profile programme focused on highway improvements and delivering high-specification public realm projects across Oldham Town Centre.

As such, we're looking for someone who thrives in busy, live environments and takes pride in creating well-planned, accessible urban spaces.

The role of a Site Manager at Casey

Support the Contracts/Projects Manager with pre-construction planning.

Oversee site operations to ensure high-quality, timely, and cost-effective project delivery through effective and efficient adherence to the programme of work.

Supervise and motivate staff, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Manage site facilities, resources, and communication across all teams.

Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Drive continuous improvement and maintain high levels of client satisfaction.

Order materials and plant.

Maintain and update Health & Safety plans, risk assessments, and training records.

Ensure compliance with all regulations, policies, and procedures.

Prioritise site safety for personnel, visitors, and the public.

Participate in incident investigations and promote best practices.

Monitor project progress and report against the programme of works.

Implement control measures to track performance and maintain records.

Coordinate staff, subcontractors, and suppliers for efficient resource use.

Ensure production targets are met without compromising quality or budget.

Assist in managing financial aspects to maximise project profitability.

Who are Casey?

Casey is a multi-disciplinary contractor with a strong reputation as a community-focused employer. We specialise in refurbishment, new build housing, public realm projects, park restorations, landscaping, highways, civil engineering and plant services.

Our purpose is "Improving Lives"--enhancing social environments and living standards through construction, development, and environmental services. Committed to supporting our communities, we believe thriving communities benefit both individuals and businesses.

Our six core values - do the right thing, embrace ownership, pursue growth, adopt an infinite mindset, be collaborative, and help & support - guide everything we do, from our projects to our people.

What do you receive in return?

Salary between 46,000 - 56,000 depending on experience

Car Allowance of 4,000 per annum

Pension Scheme - We contribute 2.5% more than the employee's pension contribution, up to a maximum of 7.5% (e.g. employee puts 5% in, Casey puts 7.5% in)

Life Assurance/Death-in-Service benefit - Equivalent to 3x your salary

Access to our Casey Benefits portal - discounts on shopping, days out, gym memberships etc.

26 days holiday plus bank holidays (2-week shutdown at Christmas)

Option to buy & sell holidays

Casey's Loyalty Scheme - Additional Holidays for Continued Length of Service and Gifts for Special Work Anniversaries

Bi-annual company wellbeing day

Bupa Private Healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 access for employees and their families

Free eye test and discounted eye wear

Access to our online training platform

Tusker Car Scheme - Lease a fully-expensed car through this salary sacrifice scheme (after qualifying period)

Recruitment Agencies

Casey manages all recruitment in-house and does not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any CVs sent to us without prior agreement will be considered a gift, and we will not be liable for any fees should we choose to engage with the candidate directly.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 46,000.00-56,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Work from home
Application question(s):

What are your salary expectations? How many years experience do you have managing highways/civil engineering projects?
Work Location: In person