Civil Site Manager - Water

Project: Service Reservoir - Yorkshire Water framework
Location: Yorkshire, site based
Engagement: Long term contract
Start: January 2026

Are you looking for long term, stable work on a flagship water infrastructure project? Our client,is seeking an experienced Civil Site Manager to deliver a new service reservoir within the Yorkshire Water programme.

The role
Reporting to the Project Manager, you will take day to day responsibility for safe and efficient site delivery, including:

• Leading supervisors, foremen, direct labour and subcontractors to deliver programme and quality targets
• Implementing and monitoring HSEQ standards, permits and site documentation, RAMS, daily briefings and audits
• Managing temporary works coordination, deep excavations and all associated civil works
• Overseeing materials and plant procurement, call offs, logistics and stock control
• Driving progress against programme, short interval planning and lookaheads, updating records and reporting
• Ensuring compliance with water industry regulations, Yorkshire Water standards and CDM requirements
• Managing stakeholder interfaces, coordination with designers and client representatives, and maintaining clear site communications
• Maintaining accurate records, diaries, ITPs, NCRs and as builts

What you will need
Essential

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on water or heavy civils projects
• Deep excavation experience
• SMSTS
• Water Hygiene
• Strong plant ordering and materials control
• Track record managing direct and subcontract labour on active sites
• Excellent HSEQ focus and knowledge of CDM

Desirable

• Temporary Works Supervisor or Coordinator
• Confined spaces
• RSWA
• First Aid
• Experience on Yorkshire Water or other UK water company frameworks

What is on offer

• Long term continuity on a major reservoir scheme within the Yorkshire Water programme
• Competitive day rate
• Supportive site team and clear progression opportunities across wider works

How to apply
Please send your up to date CV. Short-listed candidates will be contacted to discuss the project, rates and start dates.
 
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