Site Manager - Transportation Infrastructure

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager - Transportation Infrastructure to take day-to-day responsibility for delivering transportation infrastructure projects across Bristol. You will oversee site operations, drive programme performance, and ensure the highest standards of health & safety, quality, and efficiency across highways and associated works.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations, including supervision of Foremen, Engineers, plant, and labour
• Coordinate delivery of transportation infrastructure works, including highways, roads, drainage, and associated utilities
• Ensure all risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), briefings, and toolbox talks are carried out effectively
• Drive programme delivery by planning and coordinating resources, plant, and materials to meet key milestones
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders, representing the business professionally on site
• Ensure full compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards, particularly within live or public-facing environments
• Manage subcontractors, ensuring performance aligns with programme, safety, and quality expectations
• Monitor site progress and maintain accurate records, reports, and site documentation
• Identify and mitigate risks, delays, and logistical challenges associated with transportation and traffic-sensitive projects
• Complete company IT systems induction and training within the first 1–3 months

Requirements

• 278 Works Experience a MUST
• CITB SMSTS (5-Day)
• First Aid at Work certification
• Proven experience as a Site Manager within transportation infrastructure, highways, or civil engineering projects
• Strong knowledge of highways works, drainage, traffic management, and public realm delivery
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Experience working in live environments with traffic and public interface considerations
• Reliable, proactive, and solution-focused approach
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable

• CSCS Black Manager Card
• NRSWA (Street Works) qualification
• Experience managing multiple sites or phased highway/infrastructure projects

What We Offer

• Competitive rates with weekly pay
• Ongoing pipeline of transportation infrastructure and highways projects
• Opportunities for progression into senior site or project management roles
• Access to further training, certifications, and tickets relevant to highways and infrastructure works

How to Apply

Send your CV and relevant certifications to recruitment@coinford.co.uk or call 01342 840084, quoting Site Manager – Bristol.