Job Title
NGED Major Projects Site Manager
Salary
Our salaries are competitive and reviewed regularly to ensure they remain fair and in line with the wider industry.
Location
Midlands, Wales, South West
Our Company
Doocey Group is a family-run utility and civil engineering contractor with over 40 years’ experience built on strong, Black Country values. We’ve experienced significant growth over the past 10 years which we’ve achieved through consistently delivering high quality work on behalf of our clients, including National Grid and South Staffordshire Water. We pride ourselves on the strength of our relationship with our clients and subcontractors and despite operating in a very fast-paced and often challenging industry, we will soon register a turnover of £100m, a significant milestone for the organisation. If you’re looking to join a business that values hard work, loyalty and ambition, you’ll feel right at home here.
The Role
The Site Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating all on-site activities for NGED Major Projects, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Overseeing trench excavation, duct installation, reinstatement and HV cable works (11kV & 33kV), the role involves leading site teams and subcontractors, maintaining compliance with company and client requirements and driving progress in line with programme objectives. Reporting to a Senior Project Manager, the Site Manager plays a key role in ensuring effective communication, operational excellence and successful project delivery across all stages of construction.
Responsibilities
* Ensure all site activities are carried out safely, in line with company policies, statutory regulations and client requirements
* Act as the main point of contact between operatives, subcontractors, management and client representatives
* Manage daily site operations, ensuring works progress according to programme, quality standards and specifications
* Coordinate with traffic Management supplier to schedule and deploy site specific traffic plans
* Maintain accurate site records, including daily diaries, permits, risk assessments and progress reports
* Implement and enforce compliance with RAMS
* Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks and ensure operatives understand the safe system of work
* Oversee permit-to-dig, confined space, hot works, and cable pulling permits as required
* Attend and contribute to site meetings with clients, contractor and stakeholders
* Escalate technical queries, variations or unforeseen conditions
* Ensure completion of as-built records and handover documentation
Technical Skills & Experience
* Proven experience supervising civil engineering projects within a within a power distribution (DNO) environment
* Experience in streetworks and reinstatement within highways and footpaths
* Strong knowledge of cable installation and civil engineering works including trench excavation, duct laying, joint bay construction and reinstatement
* Understanding of high-voltage (11kV & 33kV) cable installation process
* Familiar with CDM regulations, NRSWA requirements and utility reinstatement standards
Qualifications & Training
* CSCS Black Card
* SMSTS
* NRSWA Supervisor qualification
* First Aid at Work
* Confined space and/or manual handling training (desirable)
* Cable Pulling / authorised Person experience or training (desirable)
* Full UK driving licence
Additional Information
Doocey Group value a diverse workforce and welcome applications form all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.
Please note that we operate with a preferred supplier list and will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies with whom we do not have an existing agreement.
By submitting your application, you consent to Doocey Group retaining your CV, application details, and personal information for the purpose of considering you for current and future employment opportunities. Your information will be stored securely and will only be shared internally as necessary