Site Manager in PR1, Preston, Lancashire

Energy Jobline CVL; Preston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Site Manager to oversee water infrastructure projects in the Lancashire area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil or mechanical engineering, with proven experience in site management and a focus on health and safety compliance. This position offers a competitive salary, along with a car allowance or company vehicle.

Benefits

Competitive salary and package

Car allowance or company vehicle

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager or Site Engineer in civil or mechanical construction.
• Strong understanding of groundworks, structures, utilities, or mechanical installation.
• Ability to manage subcontractors and deliver complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, ensuring compliance with drawings and specifications.
• Conduct regular site inspections, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
• Monitor site progress and report regularly to the Project Manager.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and direct labour.
• Manage procurement and delivery of materials and plant.

Skills

Project management

Health and safety compliance

Subcontractor management

Risk assessment

Education

Relevant degree or HNC/HND in Civil or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CSCS (Black or Gold Card)

SMSTS certification

Full UK driving licence

Job description

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Anderson Knight is currently working with a leading civil and mechanical engineering business who are looking to appoint a site manager (Water Infrastructure) to be based around Lancashire to support ongoing contracts with the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Delivery
  • Manage day‑to‑day site operations, ensuring work is carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications, and project programmes.
• Health, Safety & Environment
  • Ensure compliance with company and statutory HSE standards.
  • Conduct regular site inspections, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
  • Promote a proactive safety culture.
• Programme & Progress
  • Monitor site progress and report regularly to the Project Manager.
  • Identify and mitigate risks or delays.
• Subcontractor & Labour Management
  • Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and direct labour.
  • Review and sign off daily work sheets, RAMS, and site records.
• Materials & Equipment
  • Manage procurement and delivery of materials and plant.
  • Ensure correct use, storage, and maintenance of site equipment.
  • Attend site meetings and provide regular progress updates.
• Proven experience as a Site Manager / Site Engineer in civil or mechanical construction.
• Strong understanding of groundworks, structures, utilities, or mechanical installation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors and deliver complex projects.
• CSCS (Black or Gold Card) and SMSTS certification.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Relevant degree or HNC/HND in Civil or Mechanical Engineering.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and package (including car allowance or company vehicle).
  

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