Site Manager - Water Capital Delivery

Carrington West; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water infrastructure company is seeking an experienced Site Manager in London to oversee major civil works in the utilities sector. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and a strong background in water-related projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and delivering projects efficiently. This role comes with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience as a Site Manager or Site Agent within civil engineering.
• Proven experience in utility and water sector projects.
• Strong background in deep excavation, trenchless installation, and concrete structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily site operations, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Oversee temporary works coordination and lifting activities.
• Manage street works activities in compliance with NRSWA regulations.

Skills

Site management experience

Utilities background

Health and safety compliance

Collaboration skills

Education

CSCS card (Management level)

SMSTS

EUSR SHEA Water

NRSWA Supervisor

Confined Space (Medium/High Risk)

First Aid (3-day certificate)

Temporary Works Supervisor

CAT & Genny

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

MS Office

Site-based document control systems

Job description

Site Manager - Water Capital Delivery
Location: South London / South East London
Contract Type: Contract or Contract to Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Carrington West is working with a key client delivering long-term, high-value water infrastructure schemes across the South London area.

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager with a strong utilities background to oversee major heavy civils works, including deep drainage, large-diameter trunk mains, and tunnelling, supporting the delivery of capital investment projects critical to water resilience in the region.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking delivery team where innovation, quality, and safety sit at the core of project execution.

The Role

As Site Manager, you'll be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of complex civil works within the water sector, with a primary focus on service reservoirs, pipelines, trunk mains, and associated assets. You'll work closely with the Project and Construction Managers, supervising subcontractors and ensuring compliance across all technical, safety, and commercial disciplines, including full adherence to NRSWA requirements for street works.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily site operations, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental standards
• Conduct daily briefings, manage permit systems, and maintain full site SHE documentation
• Oversee temporary works coordination and lifting activities as per method statements
• Manage street works activities in compliance with NRSWA regulations and local authority requirements
• Drive project quality from mobilisation to completion, targeting defect-free delivery
• Manage procurement and site logistics, plant allocation, and cost tracking
• Support the commercial team with progress reporting, certification, and early warnings
• Promote a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement on-site

About You

• 10+ years' experience as a Site Manager or Site Agent within civil engineering, with proven experience in utilities and water sector projects
• Strong background in deep excavation, trenchless installation, large-diameter trunk mains, concrete structures, and live utility environments
• Demonstrable experience managing NRSWA-compliant works in urban and rural settings
• Proficient with MS Office and site-based document control systems
• Hands-on leadership style, confident in managing subcontractors and technical packages

Qualifications & Certifications Required

• CSCS card (Management level) & SMSTS
• EUSR SHEA Water
• NRSWA Supervisor
• Confined Space (Medium/High Risk)
• First Aid (3-day certificate)
• Temporary Works Supervisor
• CAT & Genny
• Full UK Driving Licence

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Apply today with your CV.

Mario

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