Site Manager (Waste Water)

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects across the utility and social infrastructure sectors.

Job Purpose

The Site Manager will oversee the delivery of a diverse portfolio of wastewater infrastructure projects within the Yorkshire Water AMP8 framework. The role will manage day to day operations, coordinate civil engineering activities, and supervise subcontractors to ensure safe, efficient, on time, on budget delivery to required quality standards.

Site Management & Delivery

• Manage the safe and efficient day to day operation of construction sites across wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate and supervise direct labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with project specifications, drawings, programmes, and contractual requirements.
• Plan and manage site activities to meet project milestones and key performance indicators.
• Monitor progress and proactively identify and mitigate risks to programme delivery.
• Ensure all site activities comply with Yorkshire Water standards and framework requirements.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Champion a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures.
• Lead daily briefings, toolbox talks, and site safety inspections.
• Produce and communicate Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Conduct site audits and inspections to maintain compliance with company and client requirements.
• Maintain environmental controls and minimise impact on surrounding communities and ecosystems.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure all works are completed to the required quality standards and client specifications.
• Maintain accurate site records, quality documentation, inspection reports, and as built information.
• Coordinate site inspections, testing, commissioning activities, and handover documentation.
• Drive a "right first time" approach to project delivery.

Commercial & Operational Performance

• Assist Project Managers with resource planning and programme management.
• Monitor labour, plant, and material utilisation to maximise productivity and efficiency.
• Identify, record, and communicate variations and potential commercial impacts.
• Support cost control initiatives and efficient project delivery.

Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary site based representative for Peter Duffy Ltd and United Infrastructure.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with Yorkshire Water representatives, local authorities, landowners, and other stakeholders.
• Liaise effectively with design teams, suppliers, and subcontractors to resolve operational issues.
• Support customer and community engagement activities where required.

Skills & Experience Essential

• Proven experience in a Site Manager role within civil engineering or utility infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience delivering wastewater, water, or utility infrastructure works.
• Experience managing both direct labour and specialist subcontractors.
• Sound understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction programmes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple work fronts simultaneously.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Experience working within Yorkshire Water or other UK Water Industry frameworks.
• Knowledge of AMP programmes and wastewater treatment processes.
• Temporary Works awareness.
• Experience in confined space environments.
• Understanding of NEC contracts and project delivery processes.

Qualifications & Certifications Essential

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
• CSCS Manager Card
• First Aid at Work
• Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor

Desirable

• EUSR Water Scheme Registration
• Confined Space Training

Key Behaviours

• Safety focused leader
• Proactive and solutions driven
• Strong communicator and team player
• Customer focused with a commitment to quality
• Professional and accountable
• Able to perform under pressure and manage competing priorities

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on one of the UK's largest water infrastructure investment programmes.
• Long term AMP8 programme stability and career development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to the improvement of wastewater infrastructure across Yorkshire.

Equal Opportunities Statement - United Infrastructure is committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know.