Site Manager

AF ECO Ltd; Havant; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van or car allowance

Medicash plan

Life insurance

Company pension

26 days holiday

Job summary

AF ECO Ltd, part of United Infrastructure Group, seeks a Site Manager to lead on-site construction, installation and commissioning for water and wastewater projects. You will manage site teams, ensure safety and compliance, and deliver projects on time and within budget.

The role requires experience in water/wastewater, strong leadership, and ability to coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, subcontractors and clients.

Qualifications

• Significant experience as Site Manager or Senior Site Supervisor in water/wastewater, utilities or civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of H&S regulations, CDM 2015 and quality control.
• Proficiency in reading drawings, schedules, RAMS and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site operations for construction, MEICA installation and commissioning works.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure safe and efficient delivery.
• Conduct toolbox talks, site coordination meetings and maintain safety culture.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, electrical, ICA, commissioning).
• Track progress against programme milestones and assist with cost control and forecasting.

Skills

Site management

Water sector

Subcontractors

H&S

Reading drawings

Drivers license

Job description

Company Overview

As part of the United Infrastructure Group, we are a dynamic and innovative specialist engineering services, solutions and products provider focused on servicing our clients’ immediate and future needs. We do this through the development of industry‑changing cleantech products as well as through engineering delivery excellence. We specialise in the design and delivery of process, mechanical, electrical and ICA engineering‑based projects, products and solutions. Regardless of the project, they all pursue the same goal: to improve the efficiency and sustainability of our water, wastewater and waste treatment. Our team of highly skilled and experienced professionals has extensive consulting and contracting experience, including engineers, scientists and commercial managers. Our knowledge and expertise spans more than 30years across water, wastewater, marine, energy and power sectors. At AFECO, we cover all stages of the innovation and project delivery cycle from concept through to operations. Our aim is simple – to provide the most effective solutions and products on the market and thus, exceed clients’ expectations through market‑leading technology.

Job Title: Site Manager
Location: Norfolk/Suffolk (travel required)

Role Purpose

To manage all on‑site construction, installation and commissioning activities for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The Site Manager ensures safe, compliant and efficient site operations while delivering projects to the required quality, programme and budget.

Key Responsibilities

Site Management & Leadership

• Lead daily site operations for construction, mechanical, electrical and ICA installation works.
• Manage site teams, subcontractors and suppliers to ensure safe and efficient delivery.
• Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks and site coordination meetings.
• Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to company and client standards.

Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ)

• Ensure full compliance with CDM Regulations, site safety plans, RAMS and permit‑to‑work systems.
• Carry out site inspections, safety audits and incident/near‑miss reporting.
• Implement environmental controls relating to water industry works (pollution prevention, drainage, waste handling).
• Ensure quality of work meets specifications, drawings and regulatory standards.

Construction & Installation Oversight

• Supervise civil, mechanical, electrical and ICA works associated with water/wastewater treatment plants, pipelines, pumping stations and process upgrades.
• Ensure construction is carried out in accordance with approved designs, drawings and schedules.
• Coordinate site surveys, temporary works, lifting operations and commissioning activities.
• Manage material deliveries, plant usage, logistics and site readiness.

Programme, Cost & Progress Management

• Track and report progress against programme milestones and adjust plans as required.
• Monitor productivity and resource utilisation.
• Assist with cost control, variations, procurement needs and forecasting.
• Ensure timely completion of project documentation, daily reports and site records.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Act as the main site contact for clients, project managers, consultants and regulatory bodies.
• Communicate site issues, risks and progress updates clearly and promptly.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, electrical, ICA, commissioning).
• Support community and environmental liaison where work affects public areas.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Significant experience as a Site Manager or Senior Site Supervisor in the water, wastewater, utilities or civil engineering sector.
• Strong understanding of water industry construction activities including treatment process equipment, pipework installation, pumping systems and MEICA integration.
• Proven experience managing subcontractors and multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Good knowledge of H&S regulations, CDM 2015 and quality control.
• Proficiency in reading drawings, schedules, RAMS and technical documentation.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)
• CSCS Gold/Black Card
• IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH Certificate
• EUSR/SHEA Water card
• Confined Space training
• Experience with NEC contract environments
• Background in MEICA or civil engineering beneficial

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational and planning ability.
• Ability to identify risks and proactively implement mitigation measures.
• Confident decision‑making and problem‑solving abilities.
• Good IT skills (MS Project, site management software, reporting tools).
• Resilient, calm under pressure and adaptable to changing site conditions.

Working Conditions

Primarily site‑based at water/wastewater treatment works, pipeline routes or pumping stations. Work may involve outdoor environments, confined spaces, operational plant areas and varied weather conditions. Occasional extended hours or weekend work may be required based on project needs. PPE and strict adherence to safety procedures are mandatory.

Salary & Benefits

• Company van or car allowance
• Medicash plan
• Life insurance
• Company pension
• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Equal Opportunities

As a company we are committed to equal opportunities for all and do not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, sex, disability or age.