Construction Manager - Pre-Construction Civils (Freelance)
East Midlands / East Anglia
Start: ASAP
Contract: Freelance / Outside IR35 Considered
Red Sky Personnel is recruiting on behalf of a trusted civil engineering contractor delivering a major pre-construction civils package as part of a regulated AMP8 water infrastructure framework. We are now seeking a hands-on Construction Manager with proven experience in wastewater and sewage treatment civils, including reinforced concrete (FRC), storm tanks and drainage systems.
Scope of Works:
This role is site-based and central to the safe and efficient delivery of foul water infrastructure under Severn Trent Water. You'll oversee all direct labour, subcontractors and plant across the site, driving quality and performance in line with framework and programme expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee and coordinate day-to-day site operations on a busy sewage treatment and stormwater works site
Manage subcontractors, plant and labour teams to ensure delivery is safe, compliant and efficient
Lead works involving formwork, reinforcement, concrete, drainage systems and enabling works
Maintain high health & safety and environmental standards, delivering daily briefings and toolbox talks
Ensure correct sequencing and availability of materials, labour and equipment
Work closely with the Project Manager and engineering team to maintain programme momentum
Contribute to resolving site issues quickly to avoid delays or quality issues
Essential Requirements:
Significant experience as a Construction Manager on heavy civils or wastewater infrastructure schemes
Technical understanding of FRC, storm tanks and drainage-based packages
SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
CSCS (Black or Gold card)
First Aid at Work (in-date)
CAT & Genny Training
Excellent leadership, coordination and team management skills
Desirable Experience:
Confined Spaces Training (Medium or High Risk)
Prior experience within AMP frameworks, especially Severn Trent
Familiarity with pre-construction delivery and temporary works
We're Looking For:
A proactive and site-focused Construction Manager who can lead from the front
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Comfortable managing high-volume, high-risk environments
Available to start immediately or at short notice