Site Manager

Birmingham Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

As a Site Manager, you will lead MEICA-focused on-site delivery for water projects, acting as the day-to-day owner alongside the Project Manager. You’ll drive the site programme, manage budgets, and uphold safety and quality standards, reporting to the Construction Manager. The role sits at the intersection of operations and client liaison, ensuring successful project delivery and seamless handover to commissioning. This is a mission-driven opportunity within Veolia’s ecological transformation agenda, offering hands-on influence across critical MEICA installations.

Pay / Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays
Company car or cash allowance
Private medical insurance
Private GP access
Pension scheme
Diversity and inclusion commitments

Responsibilities

Lead on-site delivery across MEICA projects, aligning with Project Manager on budget and schedule
Manage site programme to meet milestones and mitigate delays
Control costs, optimize resources, and manage variations
Coordinate subcontractors and internal labor across mechanical, electrical, and ICA streams
Procure on-site materials and equipment per timeline
Oversee site Health & Safety to maintain CDM compliance and a proactive safety culture
Maintain Quality Management System on-site, perform inspections, and sign off installations
Identify defects or non-conformances and ensure timely resolution prior to handover

Key requirements

Proven experience as Site Agent or project manager in MEICA water projects
Strong knowledge of construction methods, CDM 2015, and WIMES
Excellent communication and negotiation skills for client/stakeholder management
Proficiency with project management software and scheduling tools
Relevant certifications (e.g., SMSTS, CSCS Black Card)
Essential: IOSH or relevant H&S qualification; SMSTS; First Aid at Work; site management experience in a relevant industry