Civil / M&E Site Managers - SW

Turner Lovell; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading EPC contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Site Manager for M&E or Civil roles to manage HV substation projects across Scotland. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electricity transmission, relevant health and safety qualifications, and excellent team collaboration skills. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-value contracts with significant importance to energy transmission targets.

Qualifications

• Strong background in electricity transmission, particularly OHL projects (132kV-400kV).
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel and stay away as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily SHEQ activities for site teams and subcontractors.
• Develop and maintain project documentation.
• Coordinate material requirements with procurement team.
• Manage site supervisory staff.

Skills

Electricity transmission background

Health and safety legislation knowledge

Budget management

Team collaboration skills

NEBOSH Construction certification

Education

Relevant qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH)

Job description

Overview

Role: Site Manager (M&E or Civil)
Multiple locations: Scotland
Turner Lovell are recruiting for a number of experienced Site Managers (across M&E and Civil roles) to join a 1billion + turnover EPC Contractor in the electricity and renewable energy sector. Having secured multi-year framework agreements, they are now expanding the team to deliver turnkey HV substation projects ranging from 20m to 150m across the UK.
Our client is looking for an experienced Civil & M&E Site Managers to join their Electricity Transmission team where they design and commission HV substations up to 400 kV.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily SHEQ activities for site teams and subcontractors
• Investigate and report incidents in line with internal and client procedures
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including Construction Phase Plans, Quality Plans, and Emergency Plans
• Review and approve Method Statements, Risk Assessments, and Work Instructions
• Provide technical input and productivity guidance during tendering stages
• Collaborate with design teams on construction-related technical matters
• Coordinate material requirements with the procurement team
• Manage site supervisory staff and brief them on roles and responsibilities
• Plan and allocate resources (labour, plant, materials) to meet project timelines
• Track progress and report updates to the Project Manager and Planner
• Oversee subcontractor activities, including civils, scaffolding, and site security
• Support reporting staff with timesheets, expenses, and documentation
• Ensure compliance with OHSAS 18001, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards
• Liaise with Wayleaves teams to facilitate site access and activities
• Manage site-specific safety documentation, including permits and certificates
• Chair weekly coordination meetings with site teams and subcontractors

What We're Looking For

• Strong background in electricity transmission, particularly OHL projects (132kV-400kV)
• Up-to-date knowledge of health and safety legislation
• Ability to manage budgets and work to programme deadlines
• Excellent team collaboration skills across disciplines and stakeholders
• Relevant qualifications such as TWC, NEBOSH Construction, HSG47, and Environmental certifications (preferred)
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel and stay away as required

This is an exciting new opportunity to join one of the leading organisations in the electricity transmission sector and work on projects of significant importance to the energy transmission targets.
If this sounds like it could be your next challenge - please apply or contact Yana Arif at (url removed) / (phone number removed) for further information.