Site Manager
Rochford, Essex
Permanent, Full time (47.5 hours) 7am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday
Up to £65,000 per annum plus, overtime paid at time and a half and company van and further training opportunities
Our client is a specialist drainage service provider delivering safe, compliant and high-quality solutions across the Southeast.
As Site Manager, you will oversee multiple teams of Team Leaders and Operatives, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards. Youll focus on management, coordination, and compliance rather than manual tasks.
This Site Manager opportunity is ideal for an experienced deep-drainage professional ready to step into a leadership role overseeing on-site teams and driving project excellence. You will manage multiple crews of Team Leaders and Operatives, ensuring each scheme - from deep drainage installations to manhole construction and routine maintenance - is set up correctly, delivered to spec, and completed on schedule.
Our client values hands-on leadership and offers a competitive salary, generous overtime rates, a company vehicle, and clear career progression. If youre a driven manager with a strong groundworks background and a passion for safety and quality, wed love to hear from you.
About the role:
Lead and support Team Leaders and Operatives across deep drainage projects
Coordinate site setup, risk assessments, and method statements
Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations and company policies
Monitor project progress, budgets, and resource allocation
Maintain accurate site paperwork and reporting
Foster a positive, collaborative team environment
Experience and Qualifications:
Essential Skills & Experience
Proven track record in a lead or supervisory role within deep drainage and groundworks
Strong understanding of drainage operations and regulatory requirements including safety practices and site workflows
Demonstrated ability to manage and develop operational teams
Hands-on experience and the aptitude to step into challenging situations
Essential Qualifications
SSSTS or SMSTS
CSCS Card
First Aid Level 2 (minimum).
Full UK driving licence with zero points ideally but, up to 6 points could be considered.
Desirable Qualifications (Training Provided if Needed)
Confined Spaces.
EUSR SHEA (Water/Utility)
Dumper Ticket
360 Excavator
Cat & Genny
If you are an experienced Site Management professional looking for a leadership role in a dynamic and growing company, wed love to hear from you.
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