Context
For an interconnector cable project we are looking for a Senior Site Manager ( Scotland based)
Scope comprises the following main activities
Cable system Design
Land and submarine cables manufacturing and transportation
Civil works and land cable installation by UK Civil Contractor (i.e. archaeological survey, site preparation, enabling works, construction works like trenching, HDD, duct installation, cable installation, joint bay excavation and backfilling, site reinstatement) both in England and Scotland
Cable jointing activities
Termination jointing activities at Converter Station both in England and Scotland
Landfall civil works (site preparation, HDD, duct installation, TJB excavation)
Submarine cable installation, cable laying, cable protection and rock dumping remedial works
High Voltage testing
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree in Civil/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 5 years working experience as Site Manager for major Oil&Gas EPC Contractor or Civil
Contractor. Preferably involved in Project comprising engineering, procurement and land installation of power and telecom cables.
Proven experience of Subcontractors documentation review and follow-up of docs review cycle with Employer
Experience with permits and consent management process (permits to access the Site, crossing agreements, liaison with Land Owner, local planning authority, etc.)
Experience in managing Interface between different Contractors working within the same Worksite (e.g. Converter Station and or landfall)
Supplier and Subcontractor management
Strong safety culture and leadership
Key experience
Site supervision of construction civil works like trenching, backfilling, HDD execution, sheet pile installation, land cable pulling, landfall pulling, etc.
Preferable experience working on Projects with National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) or Scottish & Southern Electricity Network (SSEN)
Good knowledge of:
o Health and Safety at Work Act
o The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (UK law)
o National Grid Electricity Transmission Design Management Requirements (i.e. Supplier
Requirements SR-188 “Design Management”)
o BS 5975 Temporary Works Procedure
Required certifications
CDM Regulation 2015
Site management safety training scheme (UK), SMSTS
Construction Skills Certification Scheme (UK), CSCS
Temporary Work Procedure BS 5975, TWC certification
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Reporting to the Project Director (PD) the Site Manager will:
be responsible for the site supervision and enforcement of compliance with the Project HSE Plans and this CPP.
Be responsible for all actions to be taken regarding the topics of safety, health and environmental protection
coordinate HSE aspects with Site HSE manager, Employer Site HSE manager, other contractors/subcontractors
Coordinate activities in a way that no interference will take place between different activities.
Organize and chair site construction daily and weekly meetings with Employer and other contractors/subcontractors.
ensure that HSE measures set out in the Desing Hazard register and the construction HSE risk assessment are applied on site by all parties (subcontractor and internal workers)
Carry out periodical site visit/inspections based on HSE risks present at site.
Checking or ensuring that all persons are trained/competent for their tasks.
Checking or ensuring all equipment is fit for purpose.
Act as main interface with Onshore Permitting Manager, participate to the meetings with Land Owners, Authorities, Asset Owners and follow-up any action needed to obtain permits on time cooperating with Employer
Making sure a Permits obtainment schedule and site access tracker is in place and properly monitored
Ensure compliance with HSE policies and regulations, championing a safety-first culture
Collection of the Lessons Learnt
Desirable Skills
Proficiency in English
Good communications, organization and coordination skills
Problem solving skills
Passion for energy transition and technology
Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
Good experience in Project management, planning, reporting