Electrical Site Superintendent / Electrical Site Supervisor - Battery Energy Storage - BESS - Electrical Engineering – Construction - Contract / Freelance Position
Job Overview:
We are currently supporting a leading EPC contractor in the renewable energy sector who are delivering a major BESS grid connection projects in East Anglia.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage and supervise the electrical installation works on-site for BOP packages (HV cabling, protection & control, substation works).
* Oversee subcontractor performance, resolve on-site challenges, and ensure safe, high-quality delivery.
* Coordinate with the internal commissioning team to prepare for handover.
* Contribute to constraint management and ensure timelines are met.
* Participate in scope reviews, programming of work packages, and resolution of design issues.
* Liaise daily with HSE Site Manager, Civils Project Engineer, and Commissioning Engineers to ensure seamless site coordination.
* Ensure compliance with site safety, quality, and technical standards throughout the delivery phase.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Minimum 5 years experience in electrical site supervision or superintendent roles within large-scale infrastructure, utilities, or energy projects.
* Proven experience managing on-site electrical installation activities (substation builds, HV cable works, or related BOP packages).
* Strong leadership and organisational skills; able to manage subcontractors and resolve issues independently.
* Background in either utilities or construction – BESS experience is beneficial but not essential.
* HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience preferred.
* Excellent communication skills and ability to coordinate cross-functional site teams.
Contract Details:
* Contract Type: Freelance/Contract
* Duration: 3-6 months initial contract
* Start Date: ASAP
To apply, please submit your CV