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Site Manager

Location:
Ipswich
Sector:
Civil Engineering
Job Type:
Contract
Salary:
Market related
Reference:
SK/R/090783

Role

Purpose of Role
To lead, manage, and deliver construction activities on our clients site in Ipswich to be in compliance with TP137, CDM, and other regulatory requirements. The TP137 Site Manager will be responsible for site safety, quality, and programme delivery, ensuring all works meet standards and operational constraints.

Role and responsibility

  • As a TP137 Site Manager on National Grid projects, you will lead safe and compliant delivery of civil and electrical infrastructure works
  • Ensuring all site activities follow TP137, CDM, and National Grid standards.
  • You will manage subcontractors and site teams, coordinate resources, and maintain site records including RAMS, permits, and progress reports.
  • Your focus will be on embedding a Zero Harm culture, driving quality, meeting programme milestones, and ensuring effective communication across all stakeholders.
  • You will monitor site compliance, escalate risks or issues promptly, and contribute to project reviews and audits.
  • Digital tools will be used to track progress and ensure data accuracy.
  • You will lead by example, empowering your team to work safely and efficiently, while supporting commercial processes such as cost recovery and compensation events.

Essential Requirements

  • Proven experience managing National Grid projects under TP137 regulations
  • Strong knowledge of TP137, CDM, and National Grid’s Control of Works
  • Experience working safely in live high-voltage or substation environments
  • Leadership skills to manage teams and subcontractors effectively
  • Competent in writing and reviewing RAMS, permits, and safety documentation
  • Solid understanding of project scheduling, resource planning, and risk management
  • CSCS Manager/Supervisor card
  • TP137 Accreditation
  • SSSTS/SMSTS certification
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Valid UK driving licence

Company information

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates.  We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for any Site Manager looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included.

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“First are a high performing business who are built on credibility, honesty, expertise.

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"I have had the pleasure of working with First Recruitment Group over recent years and we have formed a great working relationship. Their understanding of our exacting requirements is outstanding.

"The First team are highly experienced and knowledgeable across the recruitment spectrum and operate in the manner you would expect of a professional outfit of their stature. Their attention to detail and approach is faultless and their commitment and drive has helped our business with unique, complex and difficult recruitment requirements.

"Sarah, our Account Manager, is an incisive thinker as well as hardworking, diligent and reliable and has an extremely helpful and flexible approach to her work. This reflects in her team and with their ability to communicate at all levels in an honest and trusted consultative manner and gives us great faith in their ability to identify candidates who can help us to drive forward and achieve our business goals.

"I have no hesitation in recommending First as a recruitment partner and feel they would be worthy of selection for any engineering or manufacturing business looking for an intelligent and innovative solution."

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“There is nothing negative about the service that we’ve received from First. Without fail they have produced positive feedback. The fact that they have placed a diverse range of skills from PA's to Engineers, just goes to show that they have the core skills, intelligence, and initiative that make them great recruiters, and preferred partners.”

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"It’s great to work with a recruitment agency we trust. The team at First Recruitment Group are friendly and straight talking and they continue to provide an excellent service. We’re proud to still be working with them after 20 years."

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