Civils Manager

Posting date:	11 December 2025
Salary:	£55,000 to £60,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	10 January 2026
Location:	IP1
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	ARC (Norwich) Ltd
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	0000076631-43277

Summary

Civils Site Manager

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Salary: £55-£60k + Package
Employment Type: Permanent

About the Company

Our client is a leading commercial construction contractor delivering large-scale industrial, logistics and commercial developments across the UK. Due to continued growth and the award of a major new scheme, they are seeking an experienced Civils Site Manager to take ownership of all civil engineering works.

The Opportunity

This is a key role for an ambitious civils professional who wants to lead the full lifecycle of civil engineering delivery — from pre-construction through to handover.
You'll be the driving force behind Section 278 works, earthworks, drainage, foundations, and complex utility infrastructure coordination, playing a pivotal part in shaping the success of a high-profile development.

Key Responsibilities

As Civils Site Manager, you will:

• Lead and manage all on-site civils activities, ensuring safe, high-quality delivery and adherence to programme.

  
  

• Oversee Section 278 highway works, liaising with local authorities and managing adoption and audit processes.

  
  

• Manage large-scale earthworks including cut/fill, compaction, and compliance/testing to specification.

  
  

• Supervise drainage and foundation works, ensuring full design accuracy and quality standards.

  
  

• Coordinate with utility providers (electricity, water, gas, telecoms) from early design stages through to installation and final connection.

  
  

• Ensure off-site and on-site utility infrastructure aligns with the main civils package.

  
  

• Review drawings/specifications to identify value engineering and design improvements.

  
  

• Work collaboratively with design consultants and stakeholders to optimise cost, time, and quality outcomes.

  
  

• Monitor progress, budgets, and QA processes; maintain accurate site records including ITPs, QA documentation, RAMS, and as-builts.

  
  

• Manage subcontractors, plant, and suppliers, maintaining strong working relationships across the project team.

  
  

• Champion health, safety, and environmental compliance at all stages.

  
  Skills & Experience Required

  • Proven track record as a Civils Site Manager on large industrial, commercial, or infrastructure projects.

    
    

  • Strong understanding of Section 278 works and local authority adoption procedures.

    
    

  • Well-rounded experience across earthworks, drainage, foundations, and civils infrastructure packages.

    
    

  • Demonstrable utility coordination experience with statutory undertakers.

    
    

  • Ability to review technical drawings and implement practical design or value-engineering solutions.

    
    

  • Effective leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

    
    

  • Commercially aware with a clear understanding of programme and cost impacts.

    
    

  • Familiar with QA systems, site documentation, and construction processes.

    
    Qualifications

    • HNC/HND or Degree in Civil Engineering (preferred).

      
      

    • CSCS Managers/Professionals Card.

      
      

    • SMSTS.

      
      

    • First Aid at Work.

      
      

    • Full UK Driving Licence.

      
      

      To be considered for this role please apply with your CV, for a confidential conversation please contact Jenny Saban in our Cambridge office