Site Manager (Water)

We are currently recruiting for a Site Manager with water sector experience to support our civil engineering division.

Region: Scotland - Central Belt

Job Location: Glasgow & West of Scotland

Reporting to: Site Agent/Project Manager

Job purpose: The individual fulfilling this role should be a competent and qualified site supervisor, it would be advantageous to have experience on structural refurbishment projects and or experience working on clean water assets.

The Site Manager is accountable for all aspects of site delivery to ensure that projects are delivered in a safe manner, on time, on budget and to the required quality standards.

Typically, this could involve overseeing one large high value project or multiple smaller schemes.

The individual fulfilling this role should have a proven track record in running construction sites and the supervision of labour and subcontractors alike.

Reporting to the Site Agent / Project Manager, the Site Manager will maintain regular communication around the key aspects of site delivery including, project progress, resources requirements and plant/material requirements etc.

The Site Manager will support the Site Agent to ensure that productivity is always maintained onsite. They will work collaboratively to set clear expectations around project delivery and ensure that the work force is motivated and works on programme. It is a key role of the Site Manager to ensure that the site remains productive in the face of adversity/change in circumstances.

The Site Manager will understand the fundamental onsite delivery costs and will work within set budgets with respect to plant, material, fuel, etc. The Site Manager be part of the project team to ensure that all relevant information is passed on.

Completion of site forms with respect to Safety and Quality will also form a key accountability. As part of this the Site Manager will be required to carry out Safety and Quality Inspections and maintain a record of both in line with company procedures.

As the Site Manager you will be the key responsible person onsite. All persons working on that site will report to you, inclusive of labor & subcontractors. It will be your responsibility to manage the workforce and ensure that the companies' values, and behaviors are being followed.

Accountabilities

• Accountable for running multiple sites at any one time
• Ensure sites are established/set-up to the correct standards
• Maintain accurate site records of work carried out and resources used
• Maintain regular communication with the Site Agent/Project Manager on site progress
• Ensure that all site forms and procedures are being followed with respect to H&S & Quality
• Accountable for ensuring that the site always remains productive and efficient
• Ensure RAMS remains relevant onsite and are reviewed as required
• Identify defects onsite and ensure that they are recorded/reported
• Identify scope change onsite and escalate as required
• Challenging incorrect behaviors onsite & elevate when required
• Promote company policies, values, and initiatives
• Mentor junior members of staff

Key Tasks

• Participate in pre construction and tender stages to highlight potential design improvements.
• Provide site teams with technical clean water knowledge throughout project lifecycles.
• Assist in developing and implementing testing and sampling plans.
• Work closely with the DOMS Team to ensure compliance.
• Represent the company at ICC network forums where required.
• Assist in vetting utility subcontractors when needed.

• Proven track record in the safe delivery of individual projects
• Knowledge of Civil/Water Industry Projects
• Experience in overseeing Subcontractors
• Understanding of Site Safety Requirements
• Recognise what good looks like from a quality perspective
• Job specific knowledge & training i.e. confined space working, water industry knowledge
• Basic understanding of Relevant IT Skills i.e. Microsoft Word, Outlook, Teams, Project, Excel.

Qualifications:

• SMSTS
• SVQ level 3/4 Construction Site Management
• First Aid Training (3 Day)
• Driving License
• Full DOMS/EUSR
• Confined Space
• Proactive approach to problems
• Problem Solving
• Planning and Organizational Skills
• Conscious of site priorities
• Ability to lead & motivate others
• Be able to identify and encourage talent onsite
• Correctly challenge incorrect behaviors
• Self-Motivated
• Teamworking

• May be required to work away from home
• May be required to work additional overtime/weekends as required to carry out the works