Site Manager - Clean Water
Posted 2 weeks ago by ABS Commercial Solutions
£400 Per day
Outside
Hybrid
Lancing, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Site Manager for Clean Water Mains Renewal will oversee daily operations on clean water infrastructure projects in the North West of England. This contract role involves managing both direct labour and subcontractors while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The position requires a proactive approach to deliver essential upgrades and improvements to water mains using various techniques. The role is primarily site-based with some hybrid working flexibility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage daily operations on water mains renewal sites
- Deliver works using a range of trenchless and traditional techniques
- Set and track daily/weekly site targets and productivity
- Supervise and coordinate subcontractors and internal teams
- Conduct toolbox talks and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards
- Maintain site quality and ensure adherence to water regulations
- Liaise with project managers, local authorities, and clients
Key Skills:
- Proven experience managing water infrastructure or utilities projects
- Strong knowledge of mains renewal and trenchless installation methods
- SSSTS (or SMSTS), Water SHEA or CSCS certification
- NRSWA Supervisor (desirable)
- Full UK driving licence
- Ability to make independent site decisions and coordinate teams
- Comfortable covering multiple sites across the North West if required
Salary (Rate): £400 daily
City: Preston
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Other
Job Title: Site Manager - Clean Water Mains Renewal (Contract)
Location: Preston / North West England (Site-Based with Hybrid Flex)
Contract Type: Temporary - Contract Position
Rate: £300- £400 per day (Outside IR35)
Duration: 6 months initially (with potential extension)
About The Role
We're seeking a proactive and experienced Site Manager to oversee day-to-day operations on clean water mains renewal projects across the North West. This is a contract role delivering essential upgrades and improvements to water infrastructure schemes, including open cut, slip lining, pipe bursting and directional drilling. Working as part of a high-performing capital delivery team, you'll ensure that works are completed safely, efficiently and to regulatory standards. You'll manage direct labour and subcontractors, engage with local authorities and highways, and be the on-site representative for all SHEQ matters.
- Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily operations on water mains renewal sites
- Deliver works using a range of trenchless and traditional techniques
- Set and track daily/weekly site targets and productivity
- Supervise and coordinate subcontractors and internal teams
- Conduct toolbox talks and ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards
- Maintain site quality and ensure adherence to water regulations
- Liaise with project managers, local authorities, and clients
Requirements
- Proven experience managing water infrastructure or utilities projects
- Strong knowledge of mains renewal and trenchless installation methods
- SSSTS (or SMSTS), Water SHEA or CSCS certification
- NRSWA Supervisor (desirable)
- Full UK driving licence
- Ability to make independent site decisions and coordinate teams
- Comfortable covering multiple sites across the North West if required
Contract Details & Benefits
- Day Rate: £300-£400 per day (Outside IR35)
- Initial Duration: 6 months with likely extension
- Working Pattern: Site-based (primarily North of Preston), some hybrid working possible
Interested? If you're an experienced Site Manager in the water sector, apply now to join a high-impact team delivering vital infrastructure work.