Site Manager - Anglian

MWH Treatment Limited; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent infrastructure company seeking a Site Manager in Peterborough to lead site-based delivery on complex projects. The successful candidate will coordinate subcontractors, manage resources, and ensure safety and quality standards are met. Applicants should have experience managing large-scale construction projects and strong leadership skills in the water or utilities sector.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience managing large-scale construction projects valued at £20 million or more.
• Proven track record of delivering complex site operations in line with time, cost, and quality targets.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate site activities in line with the construction programme.
• Lead safety, quality, and environmental management systems on site.
• Collaborate with the Project Delivery Team for programme and cost reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budget management

Health and safety compliance

Job description

Overview

We are looking to strengthen our Construction team with Site Managers, based at various different sites in the Anglian Water region.

You will report directly to the Programme Manager/Senior Project Manager and your role will cover leading and directing the site team to coordinate the safe management of all operational activities on all projects ensuring HSQE, programme and budget requirements are met.

As a Site Manager, you will lead site-based delivery activities on complex infrastructure projects, ensuring construction works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. Working closely with the Construction Manager, you will coordinate subcontractors, manage resources, and oversee day-to-day operations to meet project milestones.

• Manage and coordinate site activities in line with the construction programme, including subcontractor performance, resources, and materials.
• Lead by example in ensuring all safety, quality, and environmental management systems are adhered to and embedded on site.
• Support project handover and ensure all works are completed to a safe-to-operate (STO) standard at DM4.
• Maintain site compliance with assurance requirements (CSIR, CEIR, CQIR), working alongside the Delivery Assurance Manager.
• Monitor and manage budgets in coordination with the Cost Manager; approve site expenditure, timesheets, and GRNs in line with governance.
• Review and approve subcontractor RAMS, manage site requisitions, and ensure plant and materials are utilised efficiently.
• Take ownership of the rework list, ensuring timely resolution and submission for construction assurance.
• Collaborate with the Project Delivery Team to support programme, cost and quality reporting, and risk management.
• Support change management processes and accurate use of CCMS for cost control and purchasing.
• Liaise with Anglian Water operations staff to ensure seamless asset transition and operational readiness.
• Lead and motivate the site team, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

You will bring

Demonstrable experience and qualifications include:

• Experience managing large-scale construction projects with a value of £20 million or more, preferably within the infrastructure or regulated utility sectors.
• A proven track record of successfully delivering complex site operations in line with time, cost and quality targets.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, environmental and quality standards in a live site environment.
• Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain partners to meet programme objectives.
• Commercial awareness and confidence in managing site budgets, cost reporting, and procurement systems.
• Familiarity with project assurance and governance processes, including change control and risk mitigation.
• The ability to lead, engage, and develop site teams, while maintaining excellent stakeholder relationships.