Site Manager

Location: County Mayo, Ireland
Rate: €35-€50 per hour (DOE)
Contract Length: 2 Years
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Project-based

We are urgently seeking an experienced Site Manager to join a major infrastructure project in County Mayo. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on construction professional with a strong background in water, piping, civil construction, or M&E projects to lead site activities on a long-term contract.

• Oversee and manage all site operations, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, direct labour, and specialist trades across civil, mechanical, electrical, and pipework packages.
• Lead site health, safety, environmental, and quality performance, ensuring full compliance with company and client requirements.
• Review and implement RAMS, permits, and safe systems of work.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, toolbox talks, and daily briefings.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates, look-ahead schedules, and reports to project stakeholders.
• Manage site logistics, resources, plant, materials, and workforce planning.
• Identify and resolve technical, operational, and programme challenges efficiently.
• Ensure all works comply with relevant legislation, specifications, and industry standards.
• Foster a positive safety culture and lead by example at all times.

• IOSH Managing Safely (minimum requirement).
• Proven experience as a Site Manager on water, utilities, infrastructure, construction, piping, or M&E projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, mechanical installations, and pipework systems.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and project programmes.
• Excellent planning, communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Full driving licence.

• Experience within water or wastewater treatment projects.
• SMSTS or equivalent site management qualification.
• First Aid certification.
• Relevant construction or engineering qualification.

This is a fantastic opportunity to secure a 2-year contract on a high-profile project with an immediate start available. Candidates with a background in water infrastructure, heavy civils, process pipework, utilities, or M&E construction are particularly encouraged to apply.

Apply now for immediate consideration.

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