Health and Safety Manager - Civils / Construction

Kenneth Brian Associates are working with a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering specialist infrastructure projects across London and the South East. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Health & Safety Manager to take ownership of health, safety, and compliance across multiple live sites. This role is split approximately 80% office-based and 20% site-based, combining compliance responsibilities with regular site visits, ensuring the safe delivery of high-risk construction activities in an active, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities • Oversee and maintain company HSE systems, policies, and procedures • Review, support, and contribute to RAMS for live site activities • Carry out regular site inspections and audits across multiple projects • Manage key operational risks including excavation, confined spaces, lifting operations, and traffic management • Lead incident investigations and ensure accurate reporting (including RIDDOR where required) • Deliver toolbox talks and support site inductions • Liaise with clients, regulators, and internal operational teams • Support external accreditations (e.g. CHAS, Constructionline) About You • 4+ years’ Health & Safety experience within civils, groundworks, or utilities environments • Strong understanding of high-risk construction activities (excavation and confined spaces essential) • NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification • CSCS card and full UK driving licence • Confident, practical, and comfortable working across active construction sites • Ability to influence site teams and promote a strong safety culture