Site Manager

WGM Engineering Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days holiday

Pension 6%

Life assurance 3x salary

Salary sacrifice

Flexible benefits

Maternity/paternity leave

Sick pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

WGM Engineering, part of RSK Group, is seeking a Site Manager to join our Projects team on a permanent, full-time basis. The role is on-site at project sites within the central belt of Scotland, delivering essential water‑sector infrastructure across the UK.

You will own site‑based construction activity across multi‑discipline projects, coordinating electrical, mechanical, civil and construction works from planning through to commissioning.

Qualifications

• Experience in safety management controls for construction works in general site conditions.
• Background in Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Engineering.
• Valid UK Driving licence is essential.
• Confined space training to medium risk as a minimum.
• CSCS Card Holder.
• SMSTS 5 day course completion.
• First aid at work training.
• SW DOMS card for clean water applications.
• Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor certificate.
• Experience of MS Project and/or P6 Primavera planning software.
• Sound understanding of planned preventative maintenance.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proven IT skills including Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Project delivery & commissioning on an ongoing basis.
• Continually develop and improve project communication and performance within the Projects and Construction teams.
• Manage internal direct reports for all EICA & Mechanical Construction teams, and oversee a multidisciplinary team of sub‑contractors.
• Demonstrate compliance with UK Specifications & Industry best practice.
• Work in accordance with all Health, Safety and Environmental legislation.

Skills

Safety management

Multi-discipline engineering

UK Driving licence

CSCS Card

SMSTS

First aid at work

SW DOMS card

Temporary Works Coordinator

MS Project

Primavera P6

Planned preventive maintenance

Strong communication

Excel and Word

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

The Vacancy

Long-term work. Real ownership. Projects you can see the impact of.

About The Role

WGM Engineering, part of RSK Group, is looking for a Site Manager to join our Projects team on a permanent, full-time basis. This role will be based on-site at project sites within the central belt of Scotland. You will support project delivery across WGM’s growing UK water-sector portfolio. This is a business‑critical opportunity to join a growing engineering business delivering essential infrastructure across the UK.

As Site Manager, you will take ownership of site‑based construction activity across varied, multi‑discipline projects, helping to deliver essential water‑sector infrastructure safely, on time and to customer expectations. Using your understanding of electrical, mechanical, civil and construction, you will play a key role in bringing projects from planning through to construction and commissioning.

You’ll be focused on one site at a time, giving you the chance to build strong relationships, stay close to delivery and see the impact of your work first‑hand. To support you in the role, you’ll be provided with a company van and fuel card, with a working pattern of 7.00am to 4.00pm Monday to Thursday, and 7.30am to 1.00pm on Fridays.

If you’re looking for a role where your decisions, leadership and site knowledge make a visible difference every day, this is an opportunity to take real ownership.

About The Team

WGM is growing through secured long‑term frameworks across the UK water sector, delivering essential infrastructure that keeps communities connected and critical services running. For our site teams, that means varied work, long‑term opportunity and the chance to take ownership in a business where people are known, trusted, and developed.

This is a strong time to join WGM if you want to be close to delivery, work with experienced delivery teams and build a career with a business that is investing in its people as it grows across the UK.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with Project delivery & commissioning on an ongoing basis
• Continually develop and improve project communication and performance within the Projects and Construction teams
• Manage internal direct reports for all EICA & Mechanical Construction teams, and oversee a multidisciplinary team of sub‑contractors
• Demonstrate compliance with UK Specifications & Industry best practice
• Work in accordance with all Health, Safety and Environmental legislation

Minimum Requirements

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Experience in safety management controls for construction works in general site conditions
• Background in either Mechanical, Electrical and Civil Engineering
• Valid UK Driving licence is essential
• Confined space training to medium risk as a minimum
• Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Card Holder
• Valid SMSTS 5 day course completion
• First aid at work training
• SW DOMS card for clean water applications
• Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor certificate
• Experience of MS Project and or P6 Primavera planning software
• A sound understanding on planned preventative maintenance
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proven IT skills including a working knowledge of Excel and Word

Qualifications And Desirable Experience

The following would be helpful, but is not essential:

• Understanding of NEC form of contract
• Experience within the UK water/waste water sector, including work on Scottish Water sites

We know that people can bring the right skills and potential through different routes. You may not meet every desirable point, or your experience may come from another engineering, utilities, infrastructure, construction, manufacturing, industrial or operational environment. If you are interested in the role and believe your skills could transfer well to WGM, we would still like to hear from you.

About WGM

WGM Engineering, part of RSK Group, is a self‑delivery design and build partner supplying sustainable solutions to the water sector. We deliver essential infrastructure work across water, utilities and industrial environments, bringing together project management, technical design, site delivery, off‑site manufacturing, specialist capability and practical engineering expertise.

WGM is growing through secured long‑term frameworks across the UK water sector, including major multi‑year programmes with clients such as Scottish Water, United Utilities and Southern Water. Our work supports communities, protects assets and keeps critical services running safely and sustainably.

What makes WGM different is the balance we offer. Our people are close to the work, close to the decisions and close to the impact, with the stability, support and wider opportunities that come from being part of RSK Group. We invest in our people through professional qualifications, apprenticeships, graduate pathways, mentoring from experienced colleagues and internal progression wherever possible.

Salary And Benefits

We are offering a salary of up to £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.

At WGM, We Offer a Competitive Benefits Package Designed To Support Our People Both Inside And Outside Of Work. This Includes:

• 32 days’ holiday, increasing to 36 days based on length of service
• Pension scheme, with WGM contributing 6%
• Life assurance scheme that pays 3 x salary
• Salary sacrifice options, including electric vehicle scheme, annual leave purchase and cycle to work schemes
• Flexible benefits programme, including health cash plan and discounted gym membership
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Company sick pay, available after a qualifying period
• Employee discount programme

About Us

Based in Scotland, we are an engineering business providing mechanical, electrical and civil engineering services to clients across the UK. We are one of the UK’s leading engineering solution providers, recognised for outstanding client service, quality solutions and our commitment to health and safety. From our HQ in Glasgow, we deliver sustainable solutions to the water and renewables sectors. Supplementary services include project management, technical engineering, design, and off‑site modular build.

We have partnered with innovative technology providers in the renewables sector, including solar PV, hydroelectric and heat networks. We are a progressive, people‑orientated business driven by our values to deliver workable and cost‑effective solutions in the communities we work. When you work for WGM you join a dynamic team and have the opportunity to be part of our ambitious plans for future growth.

WGM is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people‑first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office‑based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.

We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.

If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.