External Site Manager

We are seeking an experienced and proactive External Site Manager to oversee and coordinate all external construction activities on a busy construction project. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing reinforced concrete works, pre-pour inspections, groundworks, utilities coordination, drainage, district heating installations and waterproof concrete works. The role requires strong technical knowledge, effective subcontractor management and a hands-on approach to ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, to specification and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• RC Works: Oversee reinforced concrete works, including reinforcement, formwork, pre-pour inspections and concrete quality checks.
• Pre-Pour Checks: Ensure all inspections, approvals, setting-out, reinforcement and Embedded items are signed off prior to concrete pours.
• Groundworks: Manage excavation, earthworks, foundations, backfilling and associated groundworks activities.
• Utilities Coordination: Coordinate installation, diversions, connections and protection of underground services with subcontractors and utility providers.
• Drainage: Supervise foul and surface water drainage installations, including testing, inspections and compliance with approved drawings.
• District Heating: Coordinate district heating pipework installation, interfaces, testing and commissioning requirements.
• Waterproof Concrete: Oversee waterproof concrete construction, including joint detailing, waterbars, penetrations, quality control and compliance with waterproofing specifications.

General Site Management

• Manage subcontractors, daily site activities and programme delivery.
• Ensure compliance with RAMS, health and safety requirements and site procedures.
• Coordinate inspections, permits, QA documentation and inspection test plans (ITPs).
• Identify and resolve technical issues, design clashes and construction constraints.
• Report progress, risks and upcoming activities to the Project Manager.
• Ensure works are completed to the required quality standards, programme and budget.