Site Manager - Structural Steel​/Bridge Construction

Position:Site Manager – Structural Steel / Bridge Construction

Location: Warrenpoint, Northern Ireland

Start Date: ASAP

Duration:9 Months
Hours: 55 – 66 Hours per Week (Monday – Sunday)

Pay Rates (PAYE Direct)

Monday – Friday:
£35.00 per hour

Saturday & Sunday:
£41.00 per hour

Accommodation Allowance:

£450 per week

The Role

We are recruiting an experienced Site Manager for a 6-month structural steel and viaduct construction project based in County Down.

This is a hands‑on management role overseeing the erection and installation of structural steelwork associated with bridge/viaduct construction. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing site operations, coordinating subcontractors, ensuring programme delivery, and maintaining strict health & safety compliance.

In the initial most immediate phase, the successful candidate will be responsible for creation and implementation of all Risk Assessments and Method Statements. So a background in a similar position is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily site operations for structural steel and viaduct works
• Manage steel erection, splicing, decking and associated civils interfaces
• Coordinate labour, plant and subcontractors
• Ensure works are delivered in line with programme deadlines
• Maintain high HSEQ standards in a live construction environment
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and daily briefings
• Liaise with project management and client representatives
• Ensure quality standards and inspection processes are adhered to

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on structural steel projects
• Demonstrable experience delivering bridge or viaduct construction schemes
• SMSTS (Essential)
• CSCS / CSR (Black / Management level preferred)
• Safe Pass - Essential
• First Aid at Work
• Strong knowledge of HSEQ compliance
• Ability to manage long working hours and high-output programme