Site Manager

  • carrington west
  • 16/02/2026
Contract Construction

Job Description

Civil Site Manager - Water
Essex Region Thames Water Framework

Are you a civil-biased Site Manager with experience delivering heavy civils within the water sector?

A well-established contractor is currently delivering a £10m+ portfolio of works across the Thames Water framework and is preparing for major infrastructure packages in Essex. As civils content increases, they are looking to strengthen their local site leadership team with a strong civil-focused Site Manager.

You will be responsible for:

Leading heavy civil delivery on water infrastructure schemes
Managing subcontractors and direct labour
Overseeing groundworks, reinforced concrete and structural civils
Coordinating daily site activity and driving programme performance
Maintaining high standards of health, safety and environmental compliance
Ensuring accurate quality documentation and site records
This role requires a diligent, detail-oriented Site Manager who understands underground services risk and delivers work properly, first time.

Qualifications & Experience

Proven heavy civils experience within water or utilities infrastructure
SMSTS
CSCS (Black or Gold preferred)
Strong understanding of permits, RAMS and quality documentation
Experience managing subcontractors on infrastructure schemes

Desirable:
Thames Water Passport
EUSR Water Hygiene
Temporary Works Supervisor / Coordinator
NEBOSH or IOSH

If you're a civil-focused Site Manager with experience in the water industry and are open to upcoming opportunities in the Thames region, let's arrange a call to discuss further details.