Our client, a leading contractor of water and wastewater treatment solutions – is seeking a Site Manager to join their team on a contract basis (Outside IR35) for a project in Horsham.
Responsibilities:
* Manage all site activities for water / wastewater / clean water / waste water treatment related projects.
* Oversee mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation works (M&E / EICA) from installation through commissioning.
* Coordinate direct labour and subcontractors, ensuring work is delivered to time, budget, and quality standards.
* Prepare and monitor programme schedules; manage site planning and resource allocation.
* Complete method statements, risk assessments (RAMS), safety documentation; ensure compliance with CDM, HSE, client, British and ISO standards.
* Maintain site welfare, safety, and environmental compliance.
* Liaise with the client, internal management, suppliers, subcontractors; represent the client on‑site.
* Monitor quality and execution, conduct inspections, audits, deal with non‑conformances.
* Keep accurate site records, reports, logs (daily site diaries, progress reports).
* Manage change, ensure defective work is rectified; manage plant, tools, materials and ensure their readiness.
Requirements:
* Background in water / wastewater sector, or similar utilities / environmental infrastructure work.
* Strong mechanical & electrical experience. Electrical background is a big plus.
* Proven track record as a site manager / M&E site manager working on water or wastewater treatment plants.
* Good understanding of commissioning processes for mechanical / electrical / instrumentation works.
* Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations, CDM, quality standards. Certifications like SMSTS, CSCS required; NEBOSH desirable.
* Strong planning, scheduling skills; ability to read technical drawings etc.
* Good communication and people management skills (labour, subcontractors, client).
* Full UK driving licence; some travel may be required