Position: Site Manager – Structural Steel / Bridge Construction
Location: Warrenpoint, Newry
Start Date: June 2026
Duration: 9 Months
Hours: 55 – 66 Hours per Week (Monday – Sunday)
Engagement: PAYE Direct
Pay Rates (PAYE Direct)
Monday – Friday:
£35.00 per hour
Saturday & Sunday:
£41.00 per hour
Accommodation:
Allowance Provided
The Role
We are recruiting an experienced Site Manager for a 6-month structural steel and viaduct construction project based in County Down.
This is a hands-on management role overseeing the erection and installation of structural steelwork associated with bridge/viaduct construction. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing site operations, coordinating subcontractors, ensuring programme delivery, and maintaining strict health & safety compliance.
In the initial most immediate phase, the successful candidate will be responsible for creation and implementation of all Risk Assessments and Method Statements. So a background in a similar position is essential.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee daily site operations for structural steel and viaduct works
* Manage steel erection, splicing, decking and associated civils interfaces
* Coordinate labour, plant and subcontractors
* Ensure works are delivered in line with programme deadlines
* Maintain high HSEQ standards in a live construction environment
* Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and daily briefings
* Liaise with project management and client representatives
* Ensure quality standards and inspection processes are adhered to
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Site Manager on structural steel projects
* Demonstrable experience delivering bridge or viaduct construction schemes
* SMSTS (Essential)
* CSCS / CSR (Black / Management level preferred)
* Safe Pass - Essential
* First Aid at Work
* Strong knowledge of HSEQ compliance
* Ability to manage long working hours and high-output programme
For further information surrounding this project, please apply by following the instructions and one of our Consultants will be back in touch