Site Manager

Site Manager / Site Agent - Water & Civil Engineering

Location: Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum + Package

Job Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday - 5 days on site.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager / Site Agent to join an established civil engineering contractor on a water, utilities and infrastructure project based in Kidsgrove, Stoke-on-Trent.

This is an excellent permanent opportunity for an experienced Site Manager or Site Agent with a strong background in civil engineering, water infrastructure, utilities, drainage and groundworks.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the daily delivery of civil engineering, water and utilities works on site.
• Coordinate subcontractors, site engineers, supervisors and direct labour teams.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project specifications.
• Oversee groundworks, drainage, excavations, pipework, reinforced concrete and associated infrastructure works.
• Prepare, review and implement Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Monitor project progress against programme deadlines and report updates to senior management.
• Manage site resources, materials, plant and subcontractor activities.
• Liaise with clients, project managers, engineers and other key stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate site records, daily diaries, progress reports and quality documentation.
• Support commercial teams with variations, change control and cost management.
• Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks and safety briefings.
• Identify and resolve technical and operational issues to maintain project progress.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Site Manager, Site Agent or Sub Agent within civil engineering.
• Strong background in water infrastructure, utilities, drainage, pipelines or heavy civils projects.
• Experience managing subcontractors and delivering construction works on site.
• Good understanding of construction programmes, site documentation and health and safety procedures.
• Experience working under NEC contracts would be advantageous.
• SMSTS certification.
• CSCS card.
• First Aid at Work qualification preferred.
• Temporary Works Coordinator / Supervisor qualification advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

Salary & Benefits

• £55,000 - £65,000 per annum
• Permanent position
• Additional company benefits/package to be confirmed
• Opportunity to work on water and civil engineering infrastructure projects
• Career development and progression opportunities