Earthworks Site Manager

EARTHWORKS SITE MANAGER

Are you a Site Manager with over 10 years of experience in earthworks and remediation? Are you ready for a new contract based in Newport Pagnell (Milton Keynes) for the next 24 months? If so, we want to hear from you 

Position: Site Manager
Rate: £350.00 per day 
Benefits: Company vehicle, Phone, Lap top + expenses 

About the Project

Be a part of our innovative initiative at Newport Pagnell, where we are transforming a floodplain to improve water management, prevent flooding, and enhance the area's ecological value. This project is crucial in readying the land for a new residential build, ensuring a safe and sustainable foundation for future development. Your leadership will be essential in driving this critical phase to success.

Earthworks Site Manager Key Activities and Responsibilities

Floodplain Transformation:

• Objective: Improve water management and flood prevention.
• Techniques: Implement levees, channels, retention basins, and other water control features.

Soil Testing:

• Purpose: Analyse soil composition, stability, and suitability for earthworks.
• Methods: Conduct geotechnical analysis, including tests for soil texture, density, compaction, permeability, and contamination.

Importing Subsoil:

• Volume: Manage the importation of 80,000 cubic meters of subsoil.
• Purpose: Raise land levels, create stable foundations, and amend soil properties.
• Logistics: Oversee sourcing, transportation, and placement planning to ensure efficiency and minimal environmental impact.

Earthworks Site Manager Key Responsibilities

• Planning:

  • Conduct site surveys and soil testing.
  • Design floodplain transformation with engineers.
  • Obtain necessary permits and approvals.

• Execution:

  • Prepare the site and set up infrastructure.
  • Manage logistics of subsoil importation and placement.
  • Supervise earthmoving activities and construction of flood management structures.

• Monitoring and Reporting:

  • Ensure quality control through regular soil and construction testing.
  • Provide progress reports to stakeholders.

• Completion:

  • Restore the site to a stable, safe, and environmentally sound condition.
  • Prepare final reports and hand over the project to the client.

Key Considerations

• Health & Safety: Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
• Environmental Impact: Minimize environmental impact, particularly in sensitive floodplain areas.
• Coordination: Work closely with contractors, local authorities, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.