Site Manager - Bishop Auckland
Posted on Jul 9, 2026 by CV-Library
Bishop Auckland, County Durham, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£65k - £75k Annual
Full-Time
Senior / Site Manager
Bishop Auckland Wastewater Treatment Works
Permanent | £65,000 - £75,000 + Package
Location: Bishop Auckland, County Durham
We're recruiting for an experienced Senior / Site Manager to join a major wastewater treatment project at Bishop Auckland Wastewater Treatment Works, with works due to commence in August.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term water infrastructure scheme, taking ownership of site delivery from the early stages of the project through to commissioning.
The Role
You'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day delivery of the project, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with the client and delivery teams, you'll play a key role in driving the project through every stage of its lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the full project lifecycle from Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and design through to construction and commissioning.
* Develop robust project plans, defining scope, technical requirements, and delivery strategies.
* Lead site teams, engineers, subcontractors, and supply chain partners.
* Manage reinforced concrete, shaft sinking, and complex civil engineering activities.
* Control project budgets, monitor costs, and produce accurate forecasts.
* Administer NEC4 contracts, managing variations, compensation events, and change control.
* Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining programme milestones.
* Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental legislation, and UK water industry regulations.
* Act as the key point of contact between the client, contractors, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders.
* Carry out site inspections and quality checks to ensure works are delivered to specification.
* Maintain strong working relationships with Costain, ensuring all delivery aligns with their procedures and project standards.
About You
We're looking to speak with candidates who have:
* Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or Site Manager within the water or heavy civil engineering sector.
* Previous experience delivering wastewater treatment works or major water infrastructure projects.
* Strong background in reinforced concrete works and shaft sinking.
* Experience working within a Northumbrian Water environment.
* Good working knowledge of NEC contracts, project planning, and commercial management.
* Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop site teams.
* A proactive approach to problem solving, risk management, and project delivery.
* SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications (preferred).
Salary & Benefits
* £65,000 - £75,000 per annum (depending on experience)
* Competitive benefits package
* Long-term, secure project with work commencing in August
* Opportunity to work on a flagship wastewater infrastructure scheme
* Career progression with a leading contractor in the UK water sector
If you're an experienced Site or Senior Site Manager looking for your next challenge on a high-profile water project, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion
Bishop Auckland Wastewater Treatment Works
Permanent | £65,000 - £75,000 + Package
Location: Bishop Auckland, County Durham
We're recruiting for an experienced Senior / Site Manager to join a major wastewater treatment project at Bishop Auckland Wastewater Treatment Works, with works due to commence in August.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term water infrastructure scheme, taking ownership of site delivery from the early stages of the project through to commissioning.
The Role
You'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day delivery of the project, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with the client and delivery teams, you'll play a key role in driving the project through every stage of its lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the full project lifecycle from Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and design through to construction and commissioning.
* Develop robust project plans, defining scope, technical requirements, and delivery strategies.
* Lead site teams, engineers, subcontractors, and supply chain partners.
* Manage reinforced concrete, shaft sinking, and complex civil engineering activities.
* Control project budgets, monitor costs, and produce accurate forecasts.
* Administer NEC4 contracts, managing variations, compensation events, and change control.
* Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining programme milestones.
* Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental legislation, and UK water industry regulations.
* Act as the key point of contact between the client, contractors, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders.
* Carry out site inspections and quality checks to ensure works are delivered to specification.
* Maintain strong working relationships with Costain, ensuring all delivery aligns with their procedures and project standards.
About You
We're looking to speak with candidates who have:
* Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or Site Manager within the water or heavy civil engineering sector.
* Previous experience delivering wastewater treatment works or major water infrastructure projects.
* Strong background in reinforced concrete works and shaft sinking.
* Experience working within a Northumbrian Water environment.
* Good working knowledge of NEC contracts, project planning, and commercial management.
* Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop site teams.
* A proactive approach to problem solving, risk management, and project delivery.
* SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications (preferred).
Salary & Benefits
* £65,000 - £75,000 per annum (depending on experience)
* Competitive benefits package
* Long-term, secure project with work commencing in August
* Opportunity to work on a flagship wastewater infrastructure scheme
* Career progression with a leading contractor in the UK water sector
If you're an experienced Site or Senior Site Manager looking for your next challenge on a high-profile water project, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion
Reference: 225351764
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Site Manager - Bishop Auckland
Posted on Jul 9, 2026 by CV-Library
Bishop Auckland, County Durham, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£65k - £75k Annual
Full-Time
Senior / Site Manager
Bishop Auckland Wastewater Treatment Works
Permanent | £65,000 - £75,000 + Package
Location: Bishop Auckland, County Durham
We're recruiting for an experienced Senior / Site Manager to join a major wastewater treatment project at Bishop Auckland Wastewater Treatment Works, with works due to commence in August.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term water infrastructure scheme, taking ownership of site delivery from the early stages of the project through to commissioning.
The Role
You'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day delivery of the project, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with the client and delivery teams, you'll play a key role in driving the project through every stage of its lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the full project lifecycle from Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and design through to construction and commissioning.
* Develop robust project plans, defining scope, technical requirements, and delivery strategies.
* Lead site teams, engineers, subcontractors, and supply chain partners.
* Manage reinforced concrete, shaft sinking, and complex civil engineering activities.
* Control project budgets, monitor costs, and produce accurate forecasts.
* Administer NEC4 contracts, managing variations, compensation events, and change control.
* Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining programme milestones.
* Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental legislation, and UK water industry regulations.
* Act as the key point of contact between the client, contractors, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders.
* Carry out site inspections and quality checks to ensure works are delivered to specification.
* Maintain strong working relationships with Costain, ensuring all delivery aligns with their procedures and project standards.
About You
We're looking to speak with candidates who have:
* Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or Site Manager within the water or heavy civil engineering sector.
* Previous experience delivering wastewater treatment works or major water infrastructure projects.
* Strong background in reinforced concrete works and shaft sinking.
* Experience working within a Northumbrian Water environment.
* Good working knowledge of NEC contracts, project planning, and commercial management.
* Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop site teams.
* A proactive approach to problem solving, risk management, and project delivery.
* SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications (preferred).
Salary & Benefits
* £65,000 - £75,000 per annum (depending on experience)
* Competitive benefits package
* Long-term, secure project with work commencing in August
* Opportunity to work on a flagship wastewater infrastructure scheme
* Career progression with a leading contractor in the UK water sector
If you're an experienced Site or Senior Site Manager looking for your next challenge on a high-profile water project, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion
Bishop Auckland Wastewater Treatment Works
Permanent | £65,000 - £75,000 + Package
Location: Bishop Auckland, County Durham
We're recruiting for an experienced Senior / Site Manager to join a major wastewater treatment project at Bishop Auckland Wastewater Treatment Works, with works due to commence in August.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term water infrastructure scheme, taking ownership of site delivery from the early stages of the project through to commissioning.
The Role
You'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day delivery of the project, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Working closely with the client and delivery teams, you'll play a key role in driving the project through every stage of its lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the full project lifecycle from Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and design through to construction and commissioning.
* Develop robust project plans, defining scope, technical requirements, and delivery strategies.
* Lead site teams, engineers, subcontractors, and supply chain partners.
* Manage reinforced concrete, shaft sinking, and complex civil engineering activities.
* Control project budgets, monitor costs, and produce accurate forecasts.
* Administer NEC4 contracts, managing variations, compensation events, and change control.
* Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining programme milestones.
* Ensure full compliance with health & safety, environmental legislation, and UK water industry regulations.
* Act as the key point of contact between the client, contractors, regulatory bodies, and stakeholders.
* Carry out site inspections and quality checks to ensure works are delivered to specification.
* Maintain strong working relationships with Costain, ensuring all delivery aligns with their procedures and project standards.
About You
We're looking to speak with candidates who have:
* Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or Site Manager within the water or heavy civil engineering sector.
* Previous experience delivering wastewater treatment works or major water infrastructure projects.
* Strong background in reinforced concrete works and shaft sinking.
* Experience working within a Northumbrian Water environment.
* Good working knowledge of NEC contracts, project planning, and commercial management.
* Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop site teams.
* A proactive approach to problem solving, risk management, and project delivery.
* SMSTS, CSCS, and First Aid qualifications (preferred).
Salary & Benefits
* £65,000 - £75,000 per annum (depending on experience)
* Competitive benefits package
* Long-term, secure project with work commencing in August
* Opportunity to work on a flagship wastewater infrastructure scheme
* Career progression with a leading contractor in the UK water sector
If you're an experienced Site or Senior Site Manager looking for your next challenge on a high-profile water project, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion
Reference: 225351764
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