Position: Site Manager - Utilities
Location: Anglian Water Region
Salary Guide: £50,000 - £60,000 (DOE) Plus Car/Allowance and Benefits
Our client is a Tier 1 D&B Contractor operating predominately in the water industry, who have been awarded a £1.2 Billion programme of work to deliver over 800 infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects for Anglian Water.
They are looking to recruit Site Managers from either a Civil or an M&E engineering background to be based throughout the region who can lead these projects from inception to completion.
Based on designated sites, you'll lead and direct the site team to coordinate the safe management of all operational activities on all projects ensuring HSQE, programme and budget requirements are met.
As a Site Manager, you will lead site-based delivery activities on complex infrastructure projects, ensuring construction works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. Working closely with the Construction Manager, you will coordinate subcontractors, manage resources, and oversee day-to-day operations to meet project milestones.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate site activities in line with the construction programme, including subcontractor performance, resources, and materials.
* Lead by example in ensuring all safety, quality, and environmental management systems are adhered to and embedded on site.
* Support project handover and ensure all works are completed to a safe-to-operate (STO) standard at DM4.
* Maintain site compliance with assurance requirements (CSIR, CEIR, CQIR), working alongside the Delivery Assurance Manager.
* Monitor and manage budgets in coordination with the Cost Manager; approve site expenditure, timesheets, and GRNs in line with governance.
* Review and approve subcontractor RAMS, manage site requisitions, and ensure plant and materials are utilised efficiently.
* Take ownership of the rework list, ensuring timely resolution and submission for construction assurance.
* Collaborate with the Project Delivery Team to support programme, cost and quality reporting, and risk management.
* Support change management processes and accurate use of CCMS for cost control and purchasing.
* Liaise with Anglian Water operations staff to ensure seamless asset transition and operational readiness.
* Lead and motivate the site team, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Skills, Experience And Qualifications
* Demonstrable experience managing large-scale construction projects with a value of £20 million or more, preferably within the infrastructure or regulated utility sectors.
* A proven track record of successfully delivering complex site operations in line with time, cost and quality targets.
* Strong understanding of health, safety, environmental and quality standards in a live site environment.
* Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain partners to meet programme objectives.
* Commercial awareness and confidence in managing site budgets, cost reporting, and procurement systems.
* Familiarity with project assurance and governance processes, including change control and risk mitigation.
* The ability to lead, engage, and develop site teams, while maintaining excellent stakeholder relationships.
Keywords: Site Manager, Utilities, Water, Sewage, Anglian Water, Infrastructure, SMSTS, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, MEICA, Networks, Pipelines, Sewers, Sewerage
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