Site Manager

Aldershot, Hampshire
Red Sky Personnel Ltd
Site Manager Water Infrastructure

Location: Dursley / Gloucestershire
Rate: £375 £500 per day (DOE)
Job Type: Freelance / Contract
Start Date: 20/04/2026

Red Sky Personnel are working alongside a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering works on a key water infrastructure project. Due to upcoming project requirements, they are looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to oversee delivery on a programme of works within the utilities/water sector.

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on Site Manager with a strong heavy civils background to join a busy project with immediate start and solid pipeline potential.

The Role

The Site Manager will take responsibility for the safe and efficient delivery of works on site, managing both direct labour and subcontractors while ensuring programme, quality and commercial targets are met.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing day-to-day site operations across a water infrastructure scheme
• Overseeing works including deep drainage, pipelines and associated civils
• Supervising and coordinating subcontractors and site teams
• Ensuring works are delivered in line with programme and specifications
• Maintaining high standards of health & safety compliance on site
• Liaising with engineers, planners and commercial teams
• Monitoring progress and resolving any on-site issues
• Ensuring quality assurance and site documentation is completed correctly
• Supporting planning, sequencing and short-term programming of works
• Driving productivity and maintaining project timelines

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Site Manager within civil engineering or infrastructure
• Strong background in heavy civils, ideally including deep drainage or utilities
• Experience within the water sector (clean or wastewater) is highly desirable
• Demonstrable experience managing direct labour and subcontractors
• Good understanding of planning and programme delivery
• Strong commercial awareness with working knowledge of NEC contracts
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and technical specifications
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

Certifications / Tickets:

• SMSTS Essential
• CSCS Black or Gold Card Essential
• TWC (Temporary Works Coordinator) Preferred
• NRSWA Supervisor Preferred

What s on Offer

• Competitive day rate (£375 £500 DOE)
• Immediate start available
• Opportunity to work on a key water infrastructure project
• Potential for contract extension depending on performance
• Long-term opportunities within a strong project pipeline

Interested?

Apply now or get in contact with Cleo directly to find out more about this opportunity.