Site Manager (PCSM) in Chelmsford

Company description

About STRABAG UK: At STRABAG UK, we are shaping the infrastructure that supports communities, businesses and the UK's transition to a more sustainable future. As part of one of Europe's leading construction and infrastructure groups, we deliver complex, high-value projects across transportation, civil engineering, energy and infrastructure. Our newly established Powerteam sits within the Infrastructure Division and has been created to support the continued growth of STRABAG UK in the energy sector. Working on major power transmission, substation and National Grid infrastructure projects across the UK, our team plays a vital role in delivering resilient, low-carbon energy networks that will support generations to come. Guided by STRABAG's People. Planet. Progress. 2030 strategy, we are committed to developing talented people, delivering sustainable infrastructure and driving innovation through engineering excellence.

The Opportunity: As the Principal Contractor Site Manager (PCSM), you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of site activities, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in full compliance with statutory requirements, client expectations and STRABAG's high standards of operational excellence. Acting as the key site leadership representative, you will oversee site teams and supply chain partners, driving a strong health, safety and environmental culture while ensuring quality, programme and commercial objectives are achieved.

Job description Required:

• Discharge STRABAG UK's responsibilities as Principal Contractor in accordance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM).
• Develop, implement and manage the Construction Phase Plan and associated site management arrangements.
• Ensure effective coordination and cooperation between all contractors and stakeholders working on site.
• Establish and maintain suitable site rules, welfare facilities and emergency arrangements.
• Ensure all works are planned and executed in accordance with approved safe systems of work.
• Manage all day-to-day site activities to ensure safe and efficient project delivery.
• Coordinate suppliers and direct labour to achieve programme objectives.
• Monitor construction progress and implement corrective actions where required.
• Ensure adequate resources, plant, materials and competent personnel are available to undertake the works.
• Chair site coordination meetings, toolbox talks and daily briefings.
• Maintain accurate site records, diaries and reporting information.
• Provide visible leadership and actively promote a positive safety culture across all site activities.
• Ensure all RAMS, permits and work packs are reviewed, approved and implemented prior to commencement of work.
• Lead site inspections, audits and behavioural safety initiatives.
• Investigate incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Ensure effective communication between engineering, commercial, planning and commissioning teams.
• Act as STRABAG UK's principal site representative and primary point of contact for client and stakeholder interactions on site.

Required profile:

• Significant experience in a Site Management role delivering major UK transmission and distribution projects.
• Proven experience acting within a Principal Contractor organisation.
• Extensive knowledge of CDM Regulations and Principal Contractor responsibilities.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary construction activities including civil, mechanical and electrical works.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Experience of outage planning and delivery (Desirable).

What we offer: diverse career opportunities, competitive compensation.