Site Manager in St Albans

Site Manager in St Albans

St Albans Full-Time 45000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead exciting water and wastewater projects while ensuring safety and quality standards.
  • Company: Join United Infrastructure, a rapidly growing company focused on innovative infrastructure solutions.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive culture, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment with a commitment to health, safety, and sustainability.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on critical infrastructure projects that benefit communities across the UK.
  • Qualifications: Experience in water infrastructure projects and strong leadership skills required.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects, across the utility and social infrastructure sectors.

Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face.

Our company is split into two business areas

Utility Infrastructure

Our team of Utility Infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure, for the UK’s largest network owners and operators.

Social Infrastructure

Our team of Social Infrastructure specialists revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment, and maintenance.

Equal Opportunities Statement - At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience.

If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know — we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

Our Utility Infrastructure team designs, builds and maintains water, energy, power and telecoms infrastructure for some of the UK's largest asset owners and operators.

We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality projects safely, efficiently and collaboratively.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Site Engineer / Site Manager to oversee the successful delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will combine strong engineering knowledge with effective site leadership, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Working closely with Project Managers, Engineers, subcontractors and clients, you will play a key role in coordinating site activities while providing technical support throughout the construction process.

Key Responsibilities

  • Project & Site Delivery
  • Manage day-to-day site operations across water and wastewater infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects.
  • Supervise site teams, subcontractors and direct labour.
  • Ensure works are completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with programme.
  • Coordinate construction activities to meet project milestones.
  • Monitor progress and report on programme, risks and site performance.
  • Attend client and project meetings providing regular progress updates.
  • Engineering
  • Set out works in accordance with drawings and specifications.
  • Carry out site surveys, levels and dimensional checks using surveying equipment.
  • Produce and maintain accurate QA documentation, inspection records and as-built surveys.
  • Identify, investigate and resolve engineering issues during construction.
  • Support temporary works coordination where required.
  • Assist with planning, sequencing and construction methodology.
  • Health, Safety & Environment
  • Promote and enforce a positive health and safety culture.
  • Ensure compliance with company procedures and statutory regulations.
  • Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and safety inspections.
  • Ensure environmental standards and sustainability requirements are met throughout project delivery.
  • Quality
  • Monitor workmanship and materials to ensure compliance with specifications.
  • Ensure quality assurance procedures are followed.
  • Maintain accurate site records, daily diaries and inspection reports.
  • Ensure all works are delivered to client quality expectations.
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Liaise with Project Managers, Designers, Client Representatives and Local Authorities.
  • Build strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Support commercial and planning teams where required.
  • Provide technical guidance to site teams.

Experience Required

  • You’ll ideally have experience delivering water infrastructure projects including:
  • Clean Water
  • Wastewater
  • Water Treatment Works (WTW)
  • Sewage Treatment Works (STW)
  • Pumping Stations
  • Pipelines
  • MEICA interfaces

You’ll also have experience with

  • Reinforced concrete structures
  • Drainage
  • Earthworks
  • Utilities
  • Temporary Works
  • NEC contracts (desirable)

Previous experience working for a Principal Contractor or major Civil Engineering Contractor is essential.

Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.

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Site Manager in St Albans employer: United Infrastructure Ltd

United Infrastructure Ltd is an exceptional employer located in Warrington, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee development and career progression. With a strong commitment to compliance and best HR practices, the company provides generous benefits such as 26 days of holiday, a car allowance, and a health cash plan, making it an attractive choice for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the energy infrastructure sector.

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Contact Details:

United Infrastructure Ltd Recruitment Team

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