Civil Site Manager (SR 163)

Turner Lovell; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading EPC Contractor in the UK is seeking a Civil Site Manager to oversee HV projects in the electricity transmission sector. The role involves managing day-to-day site activities, supervising teams, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have solid experience in electricity transmission, a degree in Civil Construction Engineering, and relevant authorisations. This position offers the chance to work on significant projects with a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in projects within the 66kV-400kV range.
• Working knowledge of NEC contract frameworks and health & safety regulations.
• Authorisation under National Grid TP137/SR163.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site activities.
• Supervise teams, subcontractors, and workstreams.
• Manage safety and quality documentation.
• Engage with civil design teams.
• Develop and maintain work programmes.

Skills

Experience in electricity transmission projects

Strong communication skills

Budget management

Collaborative mindset

Education

Degree in Civil Construction Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Role: Civil Site Manager (SR163) — Multiple locations: South West England/ South Wales/ Scotland - Hybrid

Turner Lovell are recruiting for SR 163 Civil Site Manager 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 Civils Site Manager to join their Electricity Transmission team as a PC Site Manager, and to lead the delivery of HV projects (up to 400 kV).

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site activities, acting as the primary point of contact on-site
• Supervise teams, subcontractors, and workstreams to ensure smooth operations
• Prepare and manage safety and quality documentation (e.g., CPPs, RAMS, SQPs)
• Carry out inspections in line with ITPs and ITCs to maintain compliance and standards
• Coordinate Temporary Works in collaboration with the Temporary Works Coordinator
• Track and report on Health & Safety, Quality, and Environmental performance
• Engage with civil design teams to assess constructability and resolve technical issues
• Lead coordination meetings and conduct regular site safety walk-throughs
• Manage procurement processes, monitor costs, and optimise resource usage
• Develop and maintain work programmes, updating the project team on progress and changes
• Compile final handover packages, including As-Built drawings and project records

What We're Looking For

• Solid experience in electricity transmission projects, particularly within the 66kV-400kV range
• Working knowledge of NEC contract frameworks and health & safety regulations
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Confident managing budgets, schedules, and using MS Office tools
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as needed
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Civil Construction Engineering
• Authorisation under National Grid TP137/SR163 (current or previous)
• Ideally holds certifications such as SMSTS, HSG47, Temporary Works Supervisor, First Aid, and NG NSI 8

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.