Site Manager – Utilities & Social Infra Lead

United Infrastructure Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

United Infrastructure is seeking a Site Manager to oversee Health, Safety, Environment and Quality on Southern Water projects. You will manage direct labour and subcontractors, ensure permits are issued, and drive cost-effective delivery while meeting client expectations.

Responsibilities include maintaining programme deadlines, site paperwork, audits, and liaison with client representatives. A strong background in utilities with relevant safety certifications is required.

Qualifications

• Previous Team Lead/Supervisory experience in Utilities (preference for clean water).
• NRSWA Supervisor qualification.
• CAT & GENNY trained and competent.
• EUSR Water hygiene certification.
• SSSTS/SMSTS training.
• Awareness of Streetworks Noticing / CoP and SLG site setups.
• Knowledge of Pipe Joint Methods (electrofusion/butt fusion).
• Good IT skills and driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead SHEQ on sites, ensuring safety and environmental standards.
• Secure permits and manage direct labour, subcontractors, and materials.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes and client requirements.
• Maintain programme deadlines and cost-effective delivery.
• Record and report incidents, audits and site paperwork.
• Coordinate with client representatives and internal teams.

Skills

Team leadership

Supervisory experience

Utilities sector experience

IT skills

Awareness of Streetworks

Pipe joint methods

Safety awareness

Education

NRSWA Supervisor

CAT & GENNY trained

EUSR Water hygiene

SSSTS / SMSTS

Streetworks CoP awareness

Pipe joint methods knowledge

Clean Driving Licence

Job description

United Infrastructure is seeking a Site Manager to oversee Health, Safety, Environment and Quality on Southern Water projects. You will manage direct labour and subcontractors, ensure permits are issued, and drive cost-effective delivery while meeting client expectations.

Responsibilities include maintaining programme deadlines, site paperwork, audits, and liaison with client representatives. A strong background in utilities with relevant safety certifications is required.