Water Utilities Site Manager – Mains Renewal Lead

Damicor Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional benefits package

Job summary

Damicor Ltd is seeking an experienced Site/Area Manager to lead water utilities and mains renewal projects across the Thames Valley region. You will manage site operations, coordinate teams, and ensure delivery aligns with client specifications and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have a background in utilities or civil engineering, with proven ability to drive projects from planning through delivery across multiple fronts, including collaboration with clients and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Site Manager, Area Manager or similar supervisory management role within utilities or civil engineering.
• Experience delivering water infrastructure, clean water network or mains renewal projects.
• Strong understanding of site safety, quality control and programme management.
• Ability to manage site teams, subcontractors and multiple work fronts.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive approach to managing site operations and driving successful project delivery.
• Experience working on Thames Water Utilities Limited (TWUL) frameworks, particularly potable water mains rehabilitation or renewal projects, would be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of water utilities and mains renewal works.
• Oversee site teams, supervisors and subcontractors to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Monitor project progress against programme, identifying and resolving any issues that may affect delivery.
• Ensure all works comply with health and safety legislation, quality standards and environmental requirements.
• Coordinate labour, plant, materials and resources to maintain productivity.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders and internal project teams.
• Maintain accurate site records, reports and relevant project documentation.
• Ensure works are delivered in line with project specifications and client requirements.

Skills

Site/Area Manager experience

Water infrastructure delivery

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Job description

Damicor Ltd is seeking an experienced Site/Area Manager to lead water utilities and mains renewal projects across the Thames Valley region. You will manage site operations, coordinate teams, and ensure delivery aligns with client specifications and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have a background in utilities or civil engineering, with proven ability to drive projects from planning through delivery across multiple fronts, including collaboration with clients and internal teams.