Construction Site Manager

Construction Site Manager – Waste to Energy Project

Ltd Rate dependent on experience

Summary

We’re seeking an experienced Construction Site Manager to join a major Waste to Energy project based in London. This role is ideal for a practical, safety‑focused construction professional with experience managing complex, large‑scale structural or mechanical projects. You’ll take charge of on‑site delivery, ensuring works are executed to the highest standards of safety, quality and efficiency.

Location and Working Pattern

London – site‑based, full‑time, project appointment.

Client Overview

Our client is a specialist engineering and construction business delivering large‑scale industrial and energy projects across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all on‑site construction activities.
• Plan and manage structural steelwork erection and associated works.
• Oversee site labour, subcontractors and supervision to meet programme requirements.
• Track progress and resolve performance or resource issues quickly.
• Maintain close coordination with project management, engineering and commercial teams.
• Liaise professionally with project stakeholders, including the principal contractor and client representatives.
• Ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and RAMS.
• Maintain high health, safety and environmental standards.
• Manage permits, lifting operations and coordination with other site contractors.
• Oversee quality inspections and resolve defects promptly.
• Record progress, variations and relevant documentation.

 

Must‑have Requirements

• Proven background as a Site Manager, Construction Manager or Senior Site Supervisor.
• Strong experience working on structural steelwork, heavy engineering, industrial construction, or energy sector projects.
• Excellent understanding of construction health and safety requirements.
• Competence in interpreting technical drawings, specifications and programmes.
• Experience managing direct labour and subcontractors.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Confident leadership with a proactive, problem‑solving approach.

 

Nice‑to‑have Skills

• Familiarity with lifting operations, temporary works, and related site management responsibilities.
• Relevant engineering or construction qualification.
• Previous experience working on energy recovery or large process plant projects.

 

Benefits

• Competitive rate, dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to work on a major UK energy infrastructure project.
• Supportive working environment with strong safety culture.

 

Apply Now

If you’re an experienced Site Manager looking to take responsibility for complex site delivery within a challenging engineering environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to express your interest.



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