Civil Site Manager - Carlisle - HV Substation build

Progressive Global Energy; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading energy infrastructure company seeks an experienced Site Manager for a security fencing project at a substation in Carlisle. In this critical role, you will manage site operations ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while coordinating subcontractors and maintaining documentation. The position offers a competitive day rate and the potential for a 45-week contract with extensions. Applicants should have substantial site management experience in high-voltage environments and relevant certifications.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Career development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in site management on civil engineering or fencing projects.
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations and HSE standards.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations for the security fencing project.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel.
• Monitor progress against programme and report to the Project Manager.

Skills

Site management

Health and safety compliance

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to manage teams

Education

SMSTS certification

Other relevant site management tickets

Job description

Site Manager - Security Fencing Project (High Voltage Substation)

Location : Carlisle, UK

Contract Type : Freelance (Outside IR35)

Payment Options : Ltd Company, CIS or Umbrella

Day Rate : £350-450 / day

Duration : 45-week build with potential for extension

Start Date : Mid January

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee a security fencing installation on a high voltage substation construction project in Carlisle. This is a critical role ensuring the safe, efficient, and timely delivery of works in a high-risk environment.

Please note : This is not a live substation site , so National Grid tickets are not required .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations for the security fencing package.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations , particularly in high-voltage environments.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel.
• Monitor progress against programme and report to the Project Manager.
• Maintain accurate site records, including permits, risk assessments, and daily logs.
• Liaise with the client and stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on civil engineering or fencing projects , ideally within substation or power infrastructure environments.
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations and HSE standards .
• SMSTS certification (essential).
• Other relevant site management tickets such as First Aid at Work , CSCS (desirable).
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple teams and work under pressure.

What We Offer

• Outside IR35 engagement - Ltd Company, CIS or Umbrella options available.
• Competitive day rate.
• 45-week build with potential for extension.
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile energy infrastructure project.
• Supportive team environment with career development opportunities.

To Apply :

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