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Site Manager
Location: Basingstoke / Southern Region Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Site Manager to join our Freedom business, part of the NG Bailey Group.
As part of our Power team, you’ll oversee and manage underground cable installation and replacement works across the Southern Region, supporting major clients including SSE and UK Power Networks (UKPN). This is a chance to lead critical infrastructure projects that power homes and businesses, working with expert engineers and project professionals who prioritise doing things the right way.
This full-time permanent role reports to the Project Manager and involves travel across multiple sites, ensuring work delivers on safety, efficiency, and quality standards.
Key Deliverables
The role will focus on the following responsibilities:
- Supervising and coordinating all civil works related to underground cable installation and replacement projects.
- Surveying work sites before, during, and after construction—including drafting reports and re-measures for the Project Manager.
- Planning, resourcing, and organising teams while ensuring compliance with all safety and regulatory standards.
- Proactively managing Health & Safety, upholding our culture of "Safety First and Foremost" across all sites.
- Supporting the Project Manager in developing programmes, managing variations, and resolving on-site issues effectively.
- Motivating and mentoring field teams to deliver high-quality, consistent results.
- Compiling essential site documentation, including job packs, permits, and records.
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Person Specification
We’re seeking a proactive, hands-on leader who excels in field-based environments and combines strong technical and people management skills. Ideal candidates will have:
Essential Experience & Qualifications
- Proven experience as a CDM-compliant electrical/civils Site Manager*
- Extensive experience managing teams and site activities on high voltage cable or substation civil works
- Working safely under CDM Regulations
- Hold current NRSWA accreditation (essential)
- Strong planning and organisation skills for managing multiple workstreams across varied sites
- Clear communication skills to build positive relationships with clients, customers, and colleagues
Nice-to-Have Qualifications & Skills
- IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS, or SSSTS certification
- Training in First Aid, Manual Handling, or CDM Awareness
- Confidence using IT systems to produce reports and manage site documentation
*(CDM = Construction (Design and Management) Regulations)
Benefits
We pride ourselves on attracting and retaining top talent with a benefits package that continues to grow. Some of what you’ll enjoy include:
- Salary sacrifice hybrid/electric vehicle car scheme
- Pension with industry-leading provider, capped at 8% employer contribution
- Personal Wellbeing & Volunteer Days
- Private Medical Insurance
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (mental health support, legal advice included)
- Flexible benefits, including:
- Dental Insurance
- Gym Memberships
- Give As You Earn (charitable giving)
- Travel Insurance
- Tax-Free Bikes
- Personal Development Programme, supporting long-term career growth
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Next Steps
We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, fair, and respectful work environment—starting with recruitment. We’ll share the process in advance with plenty of notice. Additionally, if you require any adjustments for accessibility during recruitment or interviews, please let us know: we’ll take steps to support your needs.
About Us
Since 1921, we’ve been one of the UK’s leading independent engineering and services businesses, with a £500M turnover and 3,000 employees. Our core values revolve around innovation, responsibility, and forward-thinking engineering, enabling us to deliver cutting-edge projects across the infrastructure and building sectors.
We invest in training to develop our people, and we champion career progression. When you join us, we’ll establish a clear development path, backed by regular reviews and continuous support—helping you grow and excel.
Join NG Bailey to contribute to essential infrastructure projects while shaping your future in a supportive, evolving organisation.
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