Site Manager at Omni RMS, Reading, Berkshire

Site Manager

Location: Reading

Permanent, Full Time

Our client, Taylor Woodrow, a leading infrastructure and civil engineering specialist, is seeking an exciting opportunity to join a major rail infrastructure project on the Great Western Main Line in Sonning, Reading. Working on a significant embankment stabilisation scheme, you will play a key role in leading site operations, driving programme delivery, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard within a live operational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of the embankment stabilisation project on site.
• Lead short and long-term programme planning to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to maintain progress and quality.
• Promote a positive safety culture and ensure compliance with all health and safety requirements.
• Oversee site documentation, permits, and compliance records.
• Monitor project performance and support financial reporting activities.
• Drive efficient delivery of construction activities while maintaining operational requirements.
• Work closely with Site Engineers, Quantity Surveyors, and the Contracts Manager.
• Identify and resolve site challenges to minimise disruption and maintain productivity.
• Ensure work is delivered to programme, quality standards, and client expectations.

Essential Skills and Requirements

• Previous experience in a Site Manager position within civil engineering, infrastructure, or rail environments.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and coordinate site teams.
• Experience managing subcontractors and multiple work activities on site.
• Thorough understanding of health and safety legislation and best practice.
• Ability to successfully deliver projects within a live operational environment.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• SMSTS certification.
• CSCS card.
• Experience of piling or drainage works would be advantageous.

Why Join?

• Be part of a high-profile rail infrastructure project with long-term stability.
• Take ownership of a substantial programme and make a visible impact on delivery.
• Work within an experienced and supportive project team.
• Develop your expertise on a complex and technically challenging civil engineering scheme.
• Enjoy a permanent position with opportunities for continued career progression.