Site Manager – Aviation (Civils & Infrastructure)

Site Manager – Aviation – Civils & Infrastructure (Freelance)

£350-£400/day CIS

Long-Term Contract Opportunity

TRIbuild Solutions are supporting a major aviation infrastructure programme with the appointment of an experienced Freelance Site Manager to lead day-to-day delivery of works within a live airport environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a safety-driven Site Manager with strong airside experience to deliver complex packages across airfield and critical infrastructure works, operating within strict operational and regulatory controls.

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Key Responsibilities

Site Leadership & Coordination

• Lead daily site operations for aviation infrastructure and airfield works

• Deliver site briefings, toolbox talks, and ensure all teams understand the daily plan

• Coordinate access, permits-to-work, and compliance with airport operational procedures

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Safety, Compliance & Airfield Standards

• Ensure all works comply with aviation safety standards, CAA / CAP 168 guidelines, and airside rules

• Enforce strict adherence to RAMS, health & safety legislation, and site-specific controls

• Maintain safe working areas within live airfield or high-security operational zones

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Operational Interface

• Liaise with Airport Operations, Airfield Control, Engineering teams, and Contractors

• Coordinate works to minimise disruption to live operations

• Manage delivery within operational windows (night works, runway closures, stand shutdowns)

• Respond to operational issues on-site and adjust plans to maintain safety and efficiency

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Quality Control & Technical Oversight

• Inspect works to ensure quality meets design specifications and aviation standards

• Manage QA/QC documentation, as-built records, and reporting

• Support testing, commissioning, and handover activities

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Resource & Contractor Management

• Supervise contractors, labour, plant, and materials on-site

• Monitor productivity and ensure efficient resource deployment

• Escalate programme or site issues to the Project Manager where required

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Progress Tracking & Reporting

• Maintain accurate site diaries, permits, and daily records

• Report progress, risks, and issues consistently to the Project Manager

• Support audits, inspections, and compliance checks

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Skills & Experience Required

• Strong experience in airport, airfield, or critical infrastructure environments

• Knowledge of aviation safety, CAA regulations, and airside operational procedures

• Proven ability managing site teams and subcontractors in fast-paced environments

• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret technical specifications
  (civil, electrical, AGL, etc.)

• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Airside pass / ADP / vehicle permits desirable (or ability to obtain)

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Contract Details

• Freelance CIS Contract

• Stansted Area

• Long-term aviation infrastructure programme

• Immediate / Short Notice Start Available

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To Apply

For more information or a confidential discussion, contact:

Leon Simmons
Operations Director – TRIbuild Solutions