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Site Manager

Where

Chester

Type

Temp

Salary

290 Daily

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager with a strong background in civil engineering and proven experience managing deep sheet piling operations, particularly in challenging environments such as riverbanks. This role involves taking control of a remediation project where the original piling has failed. The successful candidate will lead the site team, oversee the corrective piling works, and ensure high standards of safety, quality, and environmental compliance are maintained throughout.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and supervise all on-site activities for the piling and civils operations.

  • Lead a team of engineers, subcontractors, and operatives to deliver the project safely and on time.

  • Review and implement method statements, risk assessments, and construction programmes.

  • Liaise with structural and geotechnical engineers, environmental consultants, and the client team.

  • Oversee all aspects of deep sheet piling installation, ensuring quality control and compliance with design specs.

  • Manage temporary works, lifting operations, and riverbank protection measures.

  • Conduct regular site inspections, toolbox talks, and safety briefings.

  • Coordinate plant, materials, and logistics in a constrained site environment.

  • Monitor progress, report delays, and problem-solve on the ground.

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience as a Site Manager on civils and infrastructure projects.

  • Proven experience with deep sheet piling operations, preferably in river or marine environments.

  • SMSTS, CSCS (Black or Gold), and First Aid certifications.

  • Experience dealing with failed piling systems and implementing corrective measures is a strong advantage.

  • Strong understanding of geotechnical challenges and riverbank stabilization techniques.

  • Ability to lead site teams and communicate with multiple stakeholders.

  • Competence in managing health & safety on complex groundworks and piling operations.

Desirable:

  • Temporary Works Coordinator ticket.

  • Experience working under EA (Environment Agency) or similar regulatory constraints.

  • Engineering qualification or trade background with upskilling.

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