M&E Site Manager
Job Title: Site Manager
Location: Essex, United Kingdom
Rate: £400 a day CIS
Duration: 4 months
Start Date: ASAP / August
Key Words: Renewable energy, ICP, BESS, 66kV, 275kV, Cable, HV, Solar PV, Substation, Cable route, Civil installation, Groundworks, UKPN, DNO authorisations
Turner Lovell are recruiting on behalf of a leading major renewable energy infrastructure company delivering grid and substation projects across the UK. We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to join a live 132kV substation upgrade project in Hertfordshire. This role requires someone with a strong background in M&E installation scopes, ideally within a substation or major infrastructure environment.
The successful candidate will take full responsibility for managing the day-to-day site operations and lead the construction phase with a focus on safety, coordination, and programme delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Manage all site activities for a live substation construction project, including civils, HV cabling, and electrical installation works
- Supervise and coordinate subcontractors, internal teams, and site logistics
- Conduct site inductions, Toolbox Talks, and daily briefings
- Maintain and update Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
- Oversee progress in line with construction programme and report to the Senior Project Manager
- Drive a strong health and safety culture across site activities
- Manage site documentation, permits, labour records, and quality control systems
- Ensure interface coordination between civil works and M&E installations
- Support project close-out, testing, commissioning, and handover process
Requirements:
- SMSTS, CSCS, UKPN Substation Entry BESC, First Aid, TWS and Manual Handling (essential)
- Experience managing UK substation or renewable energy infrastructure projects (ideally 33kV–275kV)
- Strong understanding of HV electrical scopes
- Knowledge of HSE regulations and enforcement on site
- Excellent stakeholder and subcontractor management
- Comfortable managing work to tight deadlines and within agreed budget
This is an excellent opportunity to join a critical grid infrastructure project and lead site delivery for a high-profile renewable energy scheme. If you are ready for your next challenge and available at short notice, please apply or contact Marcus Horne – marcus.horne@turnerlovell.com