Site Project Manager - Water

Carrington West; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor in the water industry is seeking a hands-on Site Project Manager to oversee day-to-day delivery of water infrastructure schemes within the Thames Valley area. The role starts as a contract with the opportunity for a permanent position. Candidates should have proven experience in site management, particularly for water mains and utilities infrastructure projects. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage site teams are essential. This role offers exciting career progression opportunities and involvement in high-profile infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Temp-to-perm opportunity

Career progression opportunities

High-profile project involvement

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Project Manager or similar role within the water or utilities sector.
• Strong background in site delivery for water mains, pipeline or utilities infrastructure projects.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate site teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site activities for water main projects.
• Lead and coordinate site teams and subcontractors.
• Ensure materials, labour, and plant are planned and available on site.

Skills

Site project management

Water mains and pipeline experience

Leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Site Project Manager - Water Infrastructure

Location: Thames Valley Region (Swindon Area)

Contract Type: Contract with Temp-to-Perm Potential

Are you an experienced Site Project Manager looking for your next challenge in the water sector?

Our client, a leading main contractor within the water industry, is seeking a hands‑on Site Project Manager to oversee the day‑to‑day delivery of water infrastructure schemes. The role will start on a contract basis, with a opportunity to move into a permanent position for the right person.

This is an excellent opportunity to work across a range of water mains and network upgrade projects, supporting the delivery of vital improvements for Thames Water.

About the Role

As Site Project Manager, you will take ownership of site delivery for water main projects within the Thames Water Infrastructure Capital Delivery Framework across the Thames Valley area. You will be responsible for managing site activities from pre‑start through to handover, ensuring works are delivered safely, to specification, on time and within budget. You will lead site‑based teams, manage subcontractors and act as the main point of contact on site for the client and key stakeholders, including highways authorities, local councils and Thames Water operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day site activities, ensuring safe and efficient delivery of water main and associated civils works.
• Lead and coordinate site teams and subcontract, holding daily briefings and ensuring clear communication of plans and targets.
• Work with planners and the wider project team to understand and deliver against the programme, updating progress and highlighting risks or delays.
• Ensure materials, labour and plant are planned and available on site to meet programme requirements.
• Monitor health, safety and environmental performance on site, carrying out inspections and ensuring compliance with company and client procedures.
• Maintain accurate site records, including diaries, permits, RAMS, ITPs and as‑built information.
• Liaise with local residents, councils, highways and other stakeholders to minimise disruption and manage any issues that arise.
• Support testing, commissioning and handover activities, ensuring quality standards are met.

Skills, Experience and Knowledge

• Proven experience as a Site Project Manager, Site Manager or similar role within the water or utilities sector.
• Strong background in site delivery for water mains, pipeline or utilities infrastructure projects.
• Good understanding of both clean and wastewater networks is desirable.
• knowledge of site‑based project control, including resource planning, cost awareness, progress reporting and programme understanding.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate site teams and subcontractors.
• Comfortable working across multiple schemes in a fast‑paced environment.

What is on Offer

• Initial contract role with a strong temp‑to‑perm opportunity.
• Chance to work on high‑profile infrastructure projects with a leading contractor.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing sector.

If interested, please apply with your updated CV and we will be in touch with suitable candidates.

Mario

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