Site Manager

Contract Scotland; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee civil-engineering and cable-installation projects in the UK. The successful candidate will manage daily site operations, ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, and liaise with various stakeholders to deliver high-profile projects. Essential qualifications include a track record in civil engineering, a valid SMSTS certification, and strong leadership skills. This role offers opportunities for future tunnelling projects and requires flexibility to travel across UK sites.

Benefits

Opportunities for major tunnelling projects

Skill development in civil engineering

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Site Manager on civil-engineering and utilities projects.
• Strong experience in civils, cable installation, or substation works.
• Ability to manage subcontractors and multi-discipline teams across complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations including coordination of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to health & safety standards and site rules.
• Maintain accurate site documentation including records and reports.

Skills

Site management

Civil engineering

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Quality control

Compliance management

Education

Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)

CSCS card (Manager level)

Job description

Site Manager

Location: UK (various project sites) in England and Scotland. First project in NE England

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead and oversee civil-engineering, substation and cable-installation projects for a major utilities' infrastructure contractor. You will manage all on activities — from general civils and groundworks through to cable installation and substation infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily site operations, including coordination of labour, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Oversee civils, duct & cable installation works, trenching, ducting, foundation and substation-related civil infrastructure.
• Support future tunnelling works, ensuring interfaces between tunnelling, civils and cable-installation teams are managed safely and efficiently.
• Ensure strict adherence to health & safety standards, site rules, RAMS and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and ongoing safety briefings.
• Maintain accurate site documentation including daily records, progress reports and quality checks.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, clients and other stakeholders to maintain clear communication and ensure project delivery.
• Manage subcontractor scheduling, resourcing and performance to meet programme milestones.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Site Manager on civil-engineering, utilities or infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience in civils and ideally cable installation or substation works.
• Exposure to tunnelling, shaft work or underground infrastructure (or willingness to develop in this area).
• Valid SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
• Valid CSCS card (Manager or appropriate level).
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage subcontractors and multi-discipline teams across complex project environments.
• Competence in site reporting, quality control, compliance and safety management.

Desirable

• Experience specifically in HV cable installation, jointing support or substation construction.
• Technical understanding of drawings, cable route designs and civil engineering plans.
• Flexibility to travel between UK project sites.
• First Aid qualification and Temporary Works knowledge.

What's on Offer

You will join a skilled and dedicated project team delivering high-profile infrastructure works, with upcoming opportunities to be involved in major tunnelling projects.

Legal Information

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For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.