Site Manager - Water Capital Delivery

Site Manager - Water Capital Delivery
Location: South London / South East London
Contract Type: Contract or Contract to Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits


Carrington West is working with a key client delivering long-term, high-value water infrastructure schemes across the South London area.

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager with a strong utilities background to oversee major heavy civils works, including deep drainage, large-diameter trunk mains, and tunnelling, supporting the delivery of capital investment projects critical to water resilience in the region.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking delivery team where innovation, quality, and safety sit at the core of project execution.

The Role

As Site Manager, you'll be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of complex civil works within the water sector, with a primary focus on service reservoirs, pipelines, trunk mains, and associated assets. You'll work closely with the Project and Construction Managers, supervising subcontractors and ensuring compliance across all technical, safety, and commercial disciplines, including full adherence to NRSWA requirements for street works.

Key Responsibilities

Lead daily site operations, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental standards
Conduct daily briefings, manage permit systems, and maintain full site SHE documentation
Oversee temporary works coordination and lifting activities as per method statements
Manage street works activities in compliance with NRSWA regulations and local authority requirements
Drive project quality from mobilisation to completion, targeting defect-free delivery
Manage procurement and site logistics, plant allocation, and cost tracking
Support the commercial team with progress reporting, certification, and early warnings
Promote a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement on-site

About You

10+ years' experience as a Site Manager or Site Agent within civil engineering, with proven experience in utilities and water sector projects
Strong background in deep excavation, trenchless installation, large-diameter trunk mains, concrete structures, and live utility environments
Demonstrable experience managing NRSWA-compliant works in urban and rural settings
Proficient with MS Office and site-based document control systems
Hands-on leadership style, confident in managing subcontractors and technical packages

Qualifications & Certifications Required

CSCS card (Management level) & SMSTS
EUSR SHEA Water
NRSWA Supervisor
Confined Space (Medium/High Risk)
First Aid (3-day certificate)
Temporary Works Supervisor
CAT & Genny
Full UK Driving Licence

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Mario

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