Senior Site Manager
Location: North of Scotland (with willingness travel to UK project sites as required)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to lead the delivery of civil engineering, live substation and HV cable infrastructure projects within the energy sector. Based in the North of Scotland, you will play a pivotal role overseeing all on-site operations across substation construction, cable installation and associated civil works.
This position requires demonstrable experience working within live energy environments, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and in full compliance with industry and client standards. Experience working on SSE projects is highly desirable.
Applications are welcomed from experienced Senior Site Managers and Project Managers with strong hands-on site leadership experience.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage all on-site operations across civils, HV cable installation and live substation environments.
Oversee general civils including groundworks, ducting, trenching, foundations and substation infrastructure.
Manage HV cable installation works, ensuring compliance with specifications, safety standards and programme requirements.
Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and direct labour to meet programme milestones and commercial objectives.
Ensure strict adherence to Health & Safety legislation, RAMS, permits, and site-specific safety procedures within live operational sites.
Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks and ongoing safety briefings.
Maintain comprehensive site records including daily diaries, progress reports, quality inspections and compliance documentation.
Liaise with clients, engineers, project stakeholders and DNO representatives to ensure clear communication and successful project delivery.
Support integration with wider infrastructure works including future tunnelling or underground packages where required.
Drive a strong safety culture and high-quality delivery standards across all activities.
Essential Experience & Qualifications
Proven experience as a Senior Site Manager or Project Manager within civil engineering or energy infrastructure projects.
Strong background in live substation works, HV cable installation and energy sector projects.
Demonstrable experience managing works in operational/live environments.
SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
Valid CSCS Card (Manager level or equivalent).
Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience managing subcontractors across multi-disciplinary project teams.
Competence in programme management, quality assurance, compliance and safety documentation.
Desirable
Experience delivering projects for SSE.
HV cable jointing support or substation construction experience.
Technical ability to interpret drawings, cable route designs and civil engineering plans.
Temporary Works Coordinator knowledge.
First Aid qualification.
Flexibility to travel as required.
What’s on Offer
You will join a skilled and dedicated delivery team working on high-profile energy infrastructure projects in Scotland and across the UK. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to major grid and substation upgrades, with further involvement in upcoming complex infrastructure schemes.
If you are an experienced Site Manager or Project Manager seeking your next role, we would be keen to hear from you. Submit your CV or contact Lara Aimar, quoting reference J46771.
Legal Information:
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For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application