Site Manager - Water

Location: Didcot/ Oxford area

Employment Type: Long-term contract (with a view to permanent)

Are you an experienced Site Manager looking for long-term, stable work within the water sector?

If you have a background in managing complex civils and utilities packages and are comfortable working on large water mains projects, this could be the right opportunity for you.

Our client, a tier-one contractor working in partnership with a major UK water company, is seeking a Site Manager to join their team. This is a key role on a critical water infrastructure programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Construction Manager, oversee daily operations on-site
• Manage supervisors, direct labour teams, and subcontractors
• Ensure all works are carried out to the highest health, safety, and quality standards
• Maintain compliance with water industry regulations and client specifications
• Plan and coordinate plant requirements and temporary works
• Drive performance against project programme, budget, and quality KPIs

Candidate Requirements

• Strong site management experience within the water sector
• Deep excavation and large diameter water mains experience essential
• Knowledge of temporary works and related health & safety procedures
• Experience coordinating direct labour and subcontractors
• Comfortable working in a highly regulated and quality-critical environment
• SMSTS, CSCS, and ideally EUSR (Clean Water)

Why Apply?

Long-term pipeline of work with a leading water framework contractor

Opportunity to convert to a permanent role

Competitive package and opportunities for progression

If interested please do send your up to date CV and we will be in touch if successful.

Mario - Carrington West