Site Manager - Clean Water Distribution / Mains Rehabilitation

Site Manager - Clean Water Distribution / Mains Rehabilitation

Location: Swindon, Thames Valley
Contract Type: Contract or Contract-to-Permanent
Salary / Rate: Competitive + Benefits

The Opportunity

Carrington West is working with a key delivery partner on long-term clean water distribution and mains rehabilitation schemes across the Thames Valley as part of ongoing capital investment works.

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager with a strong background in clean water distribution, including mains replacement, service connections and feeding supplies into residential properties. This role sits firmly within live network environments and public highways, requiring strong coordination, planning and stakeholder management.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable framework with consistent work and a clear pipeline.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day site delivery of clean water distribution works, managing direct labour and subcontractor gangs, coordinating planned and reactive works, and ensuring shutdowns and reinstatements are delivered safely and efficiently.
You will work closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, local authorities and network teams to ensure programmes are met with minimal disruption to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations across clean water distribution and mains rehabilitation works
• Plan and coordinate mains shutdowns, service transfers and re-connections
• Manage multiple gangs delivering excavation, pipe laying, fittings and reinstatement works
• Ensure works are delivered safely within live water networks and public highways
• Liaise with local authorities, traffic management providers and stakeholders
• Deliver daily briefings, toolbox talks and ensure RAMS are followed at all times
• Maintain site documentation, permits and records in line with client and regulatory requirements
• Monitor progress against programme, resolving issues to maintain productivity
• Ensure high standards of quality, reinstatement and customer-facing delivery
• Promote a strong safety culture across all site activities

About You

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within clean water distribution or mains renewal
• Strong understanding of mains feeding into domestic properties, service connections and live networks
• Experienced in booking and managing mains shutdowns
• Confident managing multiple gangs and subcontractors in public environments
• Comfortable working on highways and customer-facing projects
• Strong communication and organisational skills

If Interested please apply with your updated CV and we will be in touch with suitable candidates.

Mario
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