Site Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead site health, safety, and environmental management - including preparation and approval of RAMS, management of permits to work, control of confined space entry, and implementation of isolations on live assets.
• Deliver daily site briefings, toolbox talks, and ensure all operatives fully understand safety controls and risk mitigation measures.
• Manage day-to-day construction operations, supervising engineers and subcontractors to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Oversee progress against programme, managing resources, quality assurance, and stakeholder coordination.
• Conduct constructability reviews, project rehearsals, and fit-for-assembly sign-offs to optimise delivery efficiency and innovation.
• Ensure all contractual, commercial, and quality procedures are followed, including the timely issue of notices and documentation.
• Drive sustainability on site - minimising waste, reducing embodied carbon, and promoting responsible resource use.
• Promote collaborative working within delivery teams and alliance partners, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience working as a Site Manager/Site Agent within the UK Water or Wastewater sector, ideally on non-infrastructure or civils schemes.
• HNC/Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or related construction/engineering field.
• SMSTS, CSCS certification are essential.
• Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach and the ability to manage live operational sites safely.
• Demonstrable experience managing RAMS, permits to work, confined space operations, and live asset isolations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a proactive and collaborative attitude.
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