Mains Water Replacement Works Manager

Works Manager Mains Water Replacement

£61,000‑65,000 plus electric car or allowance

Location: Haringey, Camden, Lewisham & Greenwich
Framework: 8‑year South East Water Framework

As a proud partner to South East Water, we are looking for an experienced Site Supervisor to join our team, supporting the delivery of a long‑term mains water replacement programme across Haringey, Lewisham and Greenwich. This people‑focused leadership role reports directly to the Works Manager. You will have 14 Supervisors and approximately 40 delivery operatives reporting to you, overall responsibility for their performance and wellbeing.

You will lead by example, driving high standards across Health, Safety, Environment, Quality, Fleet, Operational Delivery and Customer Experience, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and right the first time.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and support operational teams, always placing safety at the forefront.
• Manage and develop Supervisors and delivery teams, ensuring training, coaching and support to remain competent and compliant.
• Promote a right‑first‑time culture to minimise rework, defects and customer complaints.
• Plan, coordinate and manage upcoming works across multiple sites to minimise disruption and avoid preventable issues.
• Review, approve and challenge contractor Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Carry out regular safety audits and site inspections, proactively identifying hazards and driving continuous improvement.
• Oversee fleet and driver standards, ensuring vehicles are compliant and drivers adhere to company policies and the Highway Code.
• Support wider operational requirements, including:
  • Overtime when weekend works are planned
  • Standby and call‑out cover for weekend teams
  • Night working to support night‑time connections where required

About You

You will be a confident and capable people manager, able to motivate teams, manage performance and address issues constructively. You\’ll communicate clearly and professionally, using diplomacy when required, and will be comfortable making independent decisions while balancing client expectations with business priorities.

Essential Experience and Qualifications

• Proven managing experience within the utilities or water sector
• Strong working knowledge of mains water replacement and mainlaying activities
• Solid understanding of health, safety and environmental compliance
• SSSTS minimum, with SMSTS preferred
• Streetworks Supervisor Card
• CSCS Gold Card (Supervisor)
• Training in safe excavations
• IOSH qualification (desirable)

You’ll also bring a strong understanding of how water projects are delivered safely and efficiently from planning through to completion.

Our Client

One of the UK’s largest family‑owned construction businesses, they care deeply about their people, their clients and the environment.