Site Manager - civil engineering

£50,000-£55,000 per annum + car allowance and package
Location: London

Must have mains replacement experience in gas or water.

A leading infrastructure and utilities contractor is seeking an experienced Site Manager to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering essential power and civil engineering projects across the region.

Role

We're looking for a proactive Site Manager with a strong track record of delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. You'll be responsible for managing all on site activities, ensuring compliance, and maintaining high standards of quality and safety throughout each phase of delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate works alongside the Construction Project Manager.
• Implement CDM requirements and manage health, safety, environmental and quality standards on site.
• Oversee both self delivered and subcontracted work packages.
• Conduct site inductions, inspections, and toolbox talks.
• Prepare and issue RAMS and permits.
• Adapt ITPs to site specific permanent works and collate evidence for closure.
• Manage material and labour requisitions, including plant hire and off hire.
• Maintain accurate site records, diaries, and cost/forecast reports.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within the civil engineering, utilities or power sectors.
• Experience working with a DNO and knowledge of substation projects and NEC3 contracts.
• Relevant qualifications including SSSTS/SMSTS, Streetworks (NRSWA) Supervisor, and IOSH (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations, RAMS production and cost management.
• Experience managing trenching, deep excavations, RC works, duct installation, cable pulling and switchgear installation.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

The Company

This organisation is a respected, family owned construction and utilities business with a reputation for reliability, safety and sustainable delivery. Their teams work across the UK to provide essential water, power and infrastructure services that support local communities and businesses.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and package
• Pension and healthcare
• 24-26 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Employee discount scheme with major retailers
• Cycle to work programme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Career development and training opportunities