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Site Manager

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Posting date: 21 January 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 15 February 2026
Location: LS15 8ZB
Company: Kier Group
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 9594

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Summary

We're looking for a Site Manager to join our Yorkshire Water FrameworkLocation: Leeds, Yorkshire (remote working available, with occasional travel to the office required).

Hours: 45 hours per week

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.



Are you an experienced Site Manager with a passion for earthworks projects? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team working on a 4.5 hectare wetland project as part of the Yorkshire Water AMP8 Framework.

What will you be responsible for?As a Site Manager, you'll be working within the Yorkshire Water team, supporting them in delivering high-quality environmental solutions. Your day to day will include:

-Managing site operations, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the client's specifications

-Leading a team of supervisors and subcontractors while maintaining excellent SHEQ standards

-Building collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, including Yorkshire Water operational staff

-Overseeing procurement and planning of equipment and materials from site establishment through to completion

-Conducting weekly site audits and chairing site meetings to maintain progress and quality

What are we looking for?This role of Site Manager is great for you if:

-You have experience in managing major earthworks projects with subcontractor values greater than £5m

-You hold a Degree/HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification

-You have CSCS and SMSTS certifications

-You're familiar with NEC forms of contract

We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! 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. There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us!

Rewards and benefitsWe're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.

Diversity and inclusionMaking Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. 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. You can see our D&I action plan here.

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.

We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier.

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