Site Manager

OCU Group is continuing to experience sustained growth and expansion within the water and wastewater sector. As part of our ongoing success and strong project pipeline, we are seeking an experienced Site Manager to join our North West team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with utilities sector experience who is passionate about delivering high-quality projects safely, on time, and within budget.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will work closely with Project Managers, Construction Managers, and key stakeholders to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant project delivery across multiple sites.

You will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day site operations, driving programme performance, and maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with the latest Construction (Design and Management) Regulations

• Assisting in the development of Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and other SHEQ project documentation

• Ensuring Site Instructions, working methods, and defined responsibilities are adhered to

• Setting up, monitoring, and maintaining Safe Systems of Work in compliance with relevant RAMS

• Delivering and reinforcing Toolbox Talk briefings relevant to site activities

• Work and labour planning, including requisition of subcontract labour

• Materials planning, requisitioning, and management, including generation and maintenance of project BOM

• Managing installation activities in line with design requirements and project programme

• Tracking and reporting progress (daily/weekly/monthly)

• Identifying and reporting variations outside project scope

• Capturing as-built information and assisting with site handover documentation

• Providing accurate site records and feedback to support reporting to the Client

• Verifying certification and authorisations of all personnel and visitors prior to site access

• Reporting accidents and incidents in line with company and Client procedures

• Ensuring all legislative and Client safety requirements are met, particularly during safety-critical work

Skills & Experience

We are looking for candidates within the utilities sector with demonstrable knowledge in:

• Valid CSCS Certification (Essential)

• Practical experience in site and people management

• Strong knowledge of current Health & Safety legislation

• A proactive approach to continuous improvement

• Proven track record of successful project delivery

• Full UK Driving Licence (Essential)

Driven by values, powered by inclusion.

At OCU, our values guide everything we do: integrity, collaboration, respect, innovation and one company united. They shape how we work with our clients, communities, and each other. We believe that inclusion is more than a principle — it’s the foundation of our success. By embracing equity and ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive, we create a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone feels they belong. 

Together, we build stronger teams, deliver better outcomes, and grow in ways that reflect the communities we serve. If you want to be part of a culture where values matter and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do apply now and help us shape the future together.

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