Solar Site Manager (Contract)
Location: Leeds (Head Office) - Nationwide Travel Required
Rate: £280-£320 per day (CIS)
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract
About the Company
Our client is a fast-growing, technology-led renewable energy developer and EPC contractor delivering large-scale solar and energy storage projects across the UK.
With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence, they support commercial, industrial and utility-scale clients in accelerating the transition to low-carbon energy solutions. Headquartered in Leeds, they operate nationally and manage projects from development through to construction and grid connection.
The Role
We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Solar Site Manager to oversee the delivery of ground-mounted and rooftop solar PV installations nationwide.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will take full responsibility for on-site delivery, ensuring projects are completed safely, on programme and to a high standard of quality. This role will require nationwide travel and regular overnight stays depending on project location.
Key Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day site operations on solar PV and battery storage projects.
Ensure full compliance with health, safety and environmental standards, including site inductions, RAMS and permits to work.
Coordinate subcontractors and oversee site teams to ensure works are delivered in line with programme.
Chair daily briefings and monitor progress against key milestones.
Identify and escalate risks, delays or commercial issues where necessary.
Oversee materials, plant and equipment on site, ensuring correct storage and usage.
Carry out inspections, snagging and key stage sign-offs to ensure quality standards are met.
Maintain accurate site records and reporting.
Attend site meetings with clients, DNOs, subcontractors and internal teams, representing the business professionally at all times.
About You
You will have at least three years' experience managing solar PV construction projects, either ground-mounted or rooftop installations. A strong understanding of PV systems and battery storage integration is essential.
You will have a proven track record of delivering projects safely and on programme, alongside strong leadership and communication skills. A good working knowledge of UK construction and renewable energy regulations is required.
Qualifications
NVQ Level 6 in Site Management
SMSTS
CSCS
NEBOSH (desirable)
What's on Offer
£280-£320 per day (CIS)
Long-term contract opportunities with a strong pipeline of secured projects nationwide.
If you are an experienced Solar Site Manager available for contract work and open to nationwide travel, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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