Water Civil Site Manager — Pipelines & Tunnelling

Carrington West; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm in the Bexley area is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee complex civil works in the water sector. The role involves managing site operations, ensuring compliance, and leading a collaborative team on long-term, impactful projects. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, strong technical skills, and relevant certifications. Transition to a permanent role is possible.

Benefits

Competitive salary or day rate

Opportunity to transition to a permanent role

Defined career pathway with development support

Long-term, high-impact infrastructure projects

Supportive, inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a Site Manager or Site Agent role within civil engineering, ideally in the water sector.
• Strong background in deep excavation, trenchless installation, concrete structures, and live utility environments.
• Proficient with MS Office and site-based document control systems.

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.
• 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.

Skills

Site management

Deep excavation

Trenchless installation

Concrete structures

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Education

CSCS card (Management level)

SMSTS

EUSR SHEA Water

First Aid (3-day certificate)

Temporary Works Supervisor

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

MS Office

Site-based document control systems

Job description

A leading infrastructure firm in the Bexley area is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee complex civil works in the water sector. The role involves managing site operations, ensuring compliance, and leading a collaborative team on long-term, impactful projects. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, strong technical skills, and relevant certifications. Transition to a permanent role is possible.