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Construction Manager (Roadways, Drainage & Tarmac)

Location:Leicester
Contract Type: 3-Month Contract (Potential Extension)
Start Date: Immediate / ASAP
Rate: Competitive Day Rate (DOE)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee civil infrastructure and surfacing works on a fast-paced project based in Leicester. The successful candidate will have strong experience managing roadways, drainage, and tarmac/asphalt operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to specification.

This is initially a 3-month contract with the possibility of extension depending on project requirements and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations across highways, drainage, and surfacing works

• Coordinate subcontractors, labour, plant, and material deliveries

• Ensure works are completed in line with programme deadlines and quality standards

• Oversee road construction, kerbing, drainage installation, and tarmac surfacing activities

• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with HSE regulations

• Liaise with clients, engineers, local authorities, and project stakeholders

• Produce progress reports and attend site meetings

• Identify and resolve site issues efficiently to minimise delays

• Ensure RAMS, permits, and site documentation are maintained correctly

Required Experience & Skills

• Proven experience as a Construction Manager or Site Manager within civil engineering/highways projects

• Strong background in:

• Road construction and reinstatement

• Drainage installation and infrastructure works

• Tarmac/asphalt surfacing

• Groundworks and highways projects

• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and workstreams

• Strong understanding of CDM regulations and site safety requirements

• Excellent communication and leadership skills

• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Essential Qualifications

• SMSTS

• CSCS Card

• First Aid at Work

• NRSWA / Street Works (desirable)

• Temporary Works Coordinator (desirable)

Desirable Experience

• Experience working on local authority or highways frameworks

• Knowledge of NEC contracts

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and programmes

What’s Offered

• Immediate start opportunity

• Competitive contract rates

• Potential contract extension beyond initial 3 months

• Opportunity to work on a high-profile infrastructure project

To Apply

Please submit your CV along with availability, expected day rate, and relevant project experience relating to highways, drainage, and tarmac works.

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