Site Manager

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the water sector is seeking an experienced Construction Site Manager for a short-term contract in Reading. This role involves overseeing the mechanical installation of blower systems at a Sewage Treatment Works. The successful candidate will manage site operations while ensuring compliance with safety standards and coordination with subcontractors. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and certifications, with a competitive daily rate offered.

Qualifications

• Experience managing mechanical installation in STW or WTW sites.
• Strong understanding of blower systems and mechanical packages.
• CSCS Black Card or Thames Water Passport required.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day site operations during blower replacement works.
• Coordinating subcontractors for installation and commissioning.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Skills

Site Management experience

Mechanical installation works

Health and safety compliance

Leadership

Education

CSCS Black Card

SMSTS Certification

Job description

Construction Site Manager - STW Installation Project

Location: Reading, Berkshire (Site-Based)

Contract: 12 Weeks (Potential for Extension)

Day Rate: Circa £400 (Outside IR35)

Are you an experienced Construction Site Manager with a background in mechanical installation within sewage treatment works? Are you available for a short-term, high-value contract with strong potential for extension?

We're currently recruiting for a Site Manager to oversee a blower replacement installation project at a Sewage Treatment Works (STW) in Reading, working with a leading contractor in the water sector. This project involves coordinating the safe and efficient removal and installation of critical blower systems, replacements and upgrades.

This is a 12-week site-based contract, with a £380-£400 day rate (outside IR35), and scope for further involvement in follow-on work.

The Role:

• Managing day-to-day site operations on a live STW during mechanical blower replacement works
• Coordinating specialist subcontractors involved in installation and commissioning
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Chairing daily briefings and toolbox talks, reporting to project and client teams
• Maintaining site records, RAMS, and progress tracking documentation
• Liaising with engineers, OEMs, and stakeholders to ensure installation meets specification

The Person:

• Site Management experience on mechanical installation works within STW or WTW sites
• Strong understanding of blower systems, pipework installation or similar mechanical packages
• CSCS Black Card or Thames Water Passport
• SMSTS

Reference Number: BBBH255153

To apply for this role or to be considered for similar opportunities, please click "Apply Now" or contact Ed Douglass at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

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