Site Manager - Anglian

MWH Treatment; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee large-scale infrastructure projects within the Anglian Water region. This role involves coordinating site operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and managing subcontractors to meet project objectives. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in project delivery, strong leadership skills, and a successful track record in managing complex construction projects.

Qualifications

• Experience managing construction projects valued at £20 million or more.
• Track record of delivering site operations within time, cost, and quality targets.
• Strong knowledge of safety, environmental, and quality standards in live environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage site activities and coordinate subcontractors according to the construction programme.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and manage site budgets.
• Lead and motivate the site team, ensuring accountability and collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Health and safety standards

Project management

Budget management

Job description

We are looking to strengthen our Construction team with Site Managers, based at various sites within the Anglian Water region.

You will report directly to the Programme Manager/Senior Project Manager, leading and directing the site team to coordinate the safe management of all operational activities on projects, ensuring HSQE, programme, and budget requirements are met.

As a Site Manager, you will oversee site-based delivery activities on complex infrastructure projects, ensuring construction works are completed safely, efficiently, and to high standards. Working closely with the Construction Manager, you will coordinate subcontractors, manage resources, and oversee daily operations to meet project milestones.

1. Manage and coordinate site activities according to the construction programme, including subcontractor performance, resources, and materials.
2. Ensure all safety, quality, and environmental management systems are followed and embedded on site.
3. Support project handover and ensure all works are completed to a safe-to-operate (STO) standard at DM4.
4. Maintain site compliance with assurance requirements (CSIR, CEIR, CQIR), collaborating with the Delivery Assurance Manager.
5. Manage budgets in coordination with the Cost Manager; approve site expenditure, timesheets, and GRNs following governance procedures.
6. Review and approve subcontractor RAMS, manage site requisitions, and ensure efficient use of plant and materials.
7. Take ownership of the rework list, ensuring timely resolution and submission for construction assurance.
8. Collaborate with the Project Delivery Team to support programme, cost, and quality reporting, as well as risk management.
9. Assist in change management processes and accurately use CCMS for cost control and procurement.
10. Liaise with Anglian Water operations staff to ensure seamless asset transition and operational readiness.
11. Lead and motivate the site team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

We are seeking an experienced and confident Site Manager with strong leadership skills and a solid background in infrastructure delivery, preferably within the water or utilities sector. You will bring:

• Proven experience managing large-scale construction projects valued at £20 million or more, ideally within infrastructure or regulated utility sectors.
• A successful track record of delivering complex site operations within time, cost, and quality targets.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, environmental, and quality standards in live site environments.
• Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain partners to meet project objectives.
• Commercial awareness and confidence in managing site budgets, cost reporting, and procurement systems.
• Familiarity with project assurance and governance processes, including change control and risk mitigation.
• Leadership skills to engage, develop, and motivate site teams, while maintaining excellent stakeholder relationships.