Works Manager

Job Description We’re looking for a Works Manager to join our Severn Trent team based in Warton, Tamworth. You’ll oversee on-site operations and ensure the safe, efficient, and timely delivery of construction activities. The project includes a diverse range of civil and infrastructure works, comprising the construction of oxyboxes, PST, and inlet works, alongside site-wide ducting, mechanical and electrical installations, and the delivery of a new service road. You’ll be the key link between site teams, subcontractors, and senior management, ensuring that works are delivered to specification, quality standards, and programme requirements. As a Works Manager, you’ll be working within the construction delivery team, supporting them in delivering high-quality infrastructure projects safely and efficiently. Planning, coordinating, and overseeing site works to ensure safe, timely, and cost-efficient delivery in accordance with project plans, design drawings, and specifications Managing the construction team, including General Foremen, Foremen, and Site Supervisors, whilst providing health and safety leadership Advising on short and medium-term programmes to ensure timely and economical completion Building and maintaining effective relationships with clients and stakeholders to protect and enhance the company’s reputation Ensuring compliance with all project documentation, environmental goals, and health and safety requirements This role of Works Manager is great for you if: You hold an HNC (Construction related) or Level 6 NVQ Construction Site Management You have demonstrable knowledge and practical experience of site construction management of staff, operatives, and subcontractors within regulated sectors You hold a Gold Supervisors or Black Managers Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card You have completed Site Manager Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) You hold a full driving licence So, even if you don’t tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities, you can see more information about our water business here. Diversity and inclusion Our employees are key in shaping Kier’s diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. Matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, Life Assurance, Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, Discounts on go-to brands, Free Heath and wellbeing services, Training and development schemes, Electric Vehicle Leasing, Paid volunteering leave….