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Job Description

Site Manager

Location: UK (various project sites) in England and Scotland. First project in NE England

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead and oversee civil-engineering, substation and cable-installation projects for a major utilities’ infrastructure contractor. You will manage all on-site activities — from general civils and groundworks through to cable installation and substation infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Manage daily site operations, including coordination of labor, subcontractors and suppliers. Oversee civils, duct & cable installation works, trenching, ducting, foundation and substation-related civil infrastructure. Support future tunnelling works, ensuring interfaces between tunnelling, civils and cable-installation teams are managed safely and efficiently. Ensure strict adherence to health & safety standards, site rules, RAMS and regulatory requirements. Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and ongoing safety briefings. Maintain accurate site documentation including daily records, progress reports and quality checks. Liaise with project managers, engineers, clients and other stakeholders to maintain clear communication and ensure project delivery. Manage subcontractor scheduling, resourcing and performance to meet programme milestones.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

Proven track record as a Site Manager on civil-engineering, utilities or infrastructure projects. Strong experience in civils and ideally cable installation or substation works. Exposure to tunnelling, shaft work or underground infrastructure (or willingness to develop in this area). Valid SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme). Valid CSCS card (Manager or appropriate level). Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills. Ability to manage subcontractors and multi-discipline teams across complex project environments. Competence in site reporting, quality control, compliance and safety management.

Desirable

Experience specifically in HV cable installation, jointing support or substation construction. Technical understanding of drawings, cable route designs and civil engineering plans. Flexibility to travel between UK project sites. First Aid qualification and Temporary Works knowledge.

What’s on Offer

You will join a skilled and dedicated project team delivering high-profile infrastructure works, with upcoming opportunities to be involved in major tunnelling projects.

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