Freelance Works Manager

Works Manager (Highways) Location: Wakefield Start: 3rd November 2025 End: May 2026 £300 - £320 per shift I am recruiting for an experienced Freelance Works Manager to join a reputable sub-contractor, supporting the delivery of a major highways and infrastructure project in the Wakefield area. The works form part of a Roundabout upgrade, delivered under a larger, ongoing infrastructure improvements Framework. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing on-site operations, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of the civil works package – including earthworks, drainage, kerbing, surfacing, and associated structures. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Daily supervision and coordination of site operations for the roundabout works package. • Manage labour, plant, and subcontractor activities to meet programme and quality targets. • Ensure site compliance with HSEQ standards, RAMS, and permit systems. • Liaise closely with Main Contractors site management, the client team, and stakeholders. • Maintain accurate site records, reporting progress, resource usage, and issues. • Support the delivery of temporary works, traffic management, and logistics planning. REQUIREMENT: • Proven background as a Works Manager, General Foreman on highways / civils projects. • Experience managing road construction, drainage, and roundabout schemes. • CSCS, SMSTS (or SSSTS) and First Aid required. • Excellent understanding of safety, quality, and temporary works procedures. • Strong communication and coordination skills across multi-disciplinary teams. • Ability to work autonomously under a main contractor environment. Apply now with an up to date CV or contact Dan Standish at Kenton Black (Leeds) for more information

Location: Wakefield, GB

Posted Date: 11/6/2025