Anthony Gilroy
Experienced Site Manager
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About
Experienced Site Manager with a strong background across utilities, construction, and reinstatement. Over 25 years' proven expertise managing large-scale civil engineering projects, from drainage and foundations to grid-scale energy storage and school refurbishments. Known for delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget while maintaining excellent relationships with clients, contractors, and local authorities.
A practical, hands-on leader who takes pride in problem solving, motivating teams, and ensuring high-quality standards across every phase of construction.
Experience
Site Manager - Rockcore - Bosch Sia Factory, Halifax
(2024-11)
- Leading site operations and health & safety compliance.
- Managing construction of a temporary car park, including: drainage renewal, ducting and cabling for EV charging, attenuation tank installation, and reinstatement.
- Overseeing culvert construction/repairs and installation of pumping mains for sewage and effluent.
- ITC and IP testing on installed systems to ensure compliance and performance.
Site Manager - g2 Energy / SMS / Anesco - Barnsley & Rotherham
(2022-02 - 2024-11)
- Delivered installation and commissioning of 216 Battery Energy Storage Systems (40 MW capacity).
- Oversaw full project lifecycle: groundworks, drainage systems, fire suppression integration, and concrete plinth construction.
- Directed craning operations, fencing installation, and final handover.
- Ensured compliance with strict safety, budget, and programme requirements.
- Carried out ITC and IP testing of civil installations.
Site Manager - Koncept Maintenance / Tom Howard Civils - Barnsley
(2015 - 2022-02)
- Managed repairs, refurbishments, and new works for schools across Barnsley and Rotherham.
- Coordinated trades, procurement, and scheduling to meet project milestones.
- Ensured high-quality finishes and strict health & safety adherence.
Reinstatement Operations Manager
(2013 - 2015)
- Streamlined departmental costs while maintaining KPI performance and safety.
- Worked with clients and councils to deliver projects with minimal public disruption.
Reinstatement Senior Site Manager
(2011 - 2013)
- Supervised multiple site managers and teams to achieve targets.
- Reduced project defects and controlled costs.
Reinstatement Site Manager - Balfour Beatty Utilities - South Yorkshire
(1995 - 2011)
- Managed nine reinstatement teams (including six grab wagons).
- Responsible for health & safety, materials, permits, plant hire, and customer relations.
- Liaised with councils to resolve defects and secure approvals.
- Handled customer complaints efficiently and effectively.
Grab Driver - Balfour Beatty Utilities - South Yorkshire
(1995 - 1997)
- Delivered materials/equipment and ensured excavations were reinstated to HAUC/NRSWA standards.
Education
NVQ Level 2 Diploma - Groundworks
