Site Manager - Projects

About WGM Engineering

WGM Engineering is one of Scotland’s leading engineering solution providers. Since 1986, we’ve built a reputation for delivering innovative, sustainable projects that meet the needs of our customers and society. Our unique approach combines Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil Engineering disciplines under one roof, offering clients a complete turnkey solution through strategically located service centres across the country.

We are proud to be the sole MEICA Framework Contractor for Scottish Water in the Central West of Scotland and deliver a wide range of water and wastewater projects on long‑term contracts with major water authorities across the UK.

We are looking for an experienced Site Manager to join our Projects Division. In this role, you will lead all site‑based construction activities for multi‑discipline projects, ensuring safe, efficient, and timely delivery that meets client expectations.

• Provide construction planning and resource strategy during bid stage.
• Develop and implement construction phase Health & Safety plans.
• Manage EICA and Mechanical installations, including programmes, risk assessments, method statements, and lifting plans.
• Liaise with client operations teams throughout the construction phase.
• Oversee drawings, site audits, and inspections to maintain quality standards.
• Lead internal teams and subcontractors for efficient, compliant site delivery.
• Plan and provide all documentation, resources, tools, materials, and H&S equipment.
• Manage Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), including pressure testing and certification.

• 2–3 years’ experience in a similar role within engineering or civils.
• Strong knowledge of the water/wastewater industry.
• Familiarity with NEC3 Construction & Engineering Contracts.
• Electrical or mechanical bias.
• Full UK driving licence (travel required).

• 32 days holiday (rising to 36 with service).
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Van & fuel card.
• Life assurance scheme.
• Salary sacrifice options (EV scheme, annual leave purchase, cycle to work).
• Remote & hybrid working options (role dependent).Enhanced maternity & paternity leave.
• Company sick pay (after qualifying period).
• Employee discount programme.
• Early finish on Fridays.

If you’re passionate about delivering high‑quality engineering solutions and want to join a trusted industry leader, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of WGM Engineering’s success story!

Based in Scotland, we are an engineering business providing mechanical, electrical and civil engineering services to clients across the UK. We are one of the UK’s leading engineering solution providers, recognised for outstanding client service, quality solutions and our commitment to health and safety. From our HQ in Glasgow, we deliver sustainable solutions to the water and renewables sectors. Supplementary services include project management, technical engineering, design, and off‑site modular build.

We have partnered with innovative technology providers in the renewables sector, including solar PV, hydroelectric and heat networks. We are a progressive, people‑orientated business driven by our values to deliver workable and cost‑effective solutions in the communities we work. When you work for WGM you join a dynamic team and have the opportunity to be part of our ambitious plans for future growth.

WGM is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

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