Site Manager

United Infrastructure Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Van or car allowance

Medicash plan

Life insurance

Company pension

25 days holiday

Job summary

United Infrastructure Ltd is seeking a Site Manager in the Warrington area, responsible for managing all on-site construction and commissioning activities in water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role is critical for ensuring compliance with safety standards while delivering projects efficiently and on budget.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the water industry, proven leadership skills, and a strong understanding of construction activities related to water treatment. The position offers a company vehicle or car allowance, health benefits, and 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in water, wastewater, utilities, or civil engineering industry.
• Strong understanding of construction activities for water treatment and MEICA integration.
• Proven experience managing subcontractors and multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site construction, installation, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Track progress against project milestones and adjust plans as necessary.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Decision-making

Proficiency in MS Project

Education

Significant experience as a Site Manager or Senior Site Supervisor

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Site management software

Job description

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.

We have a team of highly skilled and experienced professionals with extensive consulting and contracting experience, including engineers, scientists and commercial managers. Our knowledge and expertise spans more than 30 years, across industries including 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. From technical through to commercial and management expertise, we have the in‑house expertise to execute a range of projects from the most basic to highly complex.

Job title: Site Manager

Location: Warrington area – with some travel in North West of England

Line Manager: Operations Manager

About Us

AFECO is an engineering services provider, delivering high quality process and MEICA design and installation projects across the UK for the water industry. We have excellent in‑house engineering teams capable of delivering all stages of the project cycle, from concept through to commissioning, with a strong focus on process‑led innovative and robust yet appropriate solutions.

We have a portfolio of varied projects covering both wastewater and clean water projects for planned and reactive projects.

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. The role involves coordination of subcontractors, suppliers, and internal engineering teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

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 and Benefits

• Company Van or car allowance
• Medicash plan
• Life insurance
• Benefits portal
• Company pension
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

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.