Construction Manager - Clean Water Infrastructure

Location: North West England | Permanent Role

I am working with a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering essential clean water projects across the North West. We're looking for a hands-on Construction Manager to lead on-site delivery of mains renewal and network upgrade schemes, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency from start to finish.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of exciting, technically challenging projects while leading and developing site teams in a supportive, safety-first environment.
What You'll Be Doing

Oversee day-to-day site operations, including slip lining, open cut, pipe bursting, and other mains renewal techniques

Lead and manage engineers, foremen, and subcontractors to deliver high-quality, defect-free works

Champion health, safety, and environmental compliance across all sites

Review and challenge design drawings to ensure constructability and cost-effectiveness

Manage schedules, plant, materials, and site logistics

Promote a collaborative, high-performing site culture with continuous improvement
About You

SMSTS or equivalent certification

Strong knowledge of SHE and site safety best practices

Experience delivering high-volume mains renewal or clean water construction projects

Familiarity with NEC contracts

Valid UK driving licence

Confident, hands-on leader capable of managing multidiscipline teams
What's on Offer

Permanent, full-time role with real career progression

Competitive salary and benefits package

Company car/fuel card or salary sacrifice EV/hybrid options

Private healthcare and health care cash plan

Contributory pension scheme