Client-Side Solar PV Site Manager (Contract)

Hunter Philips; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Philips is seeking a Client Representative - Site Manager (Client Side) for a 15-month freelance assignment on a utility-scale Solar PV project in the Birmingham area. You will oversee construction activities, representing the project owner and coordinating with EPC contractors to ensure safety, quality and schedule.

The role requires hands-on site leadership, robust reporting, and the ability to manage contractor performance while maintaining independence on behalf of the client.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising utility-scale renewable energy construction projects.
• Solar PV experience desirable, renewables background welcome.
• Experience working client-side or for EPC contractor is required.
• Hands-on site presence with practical problem-solving.
• Strong understanding of construction quality management and HSE compliance.
• Excellent written reporting and stakeholder communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing contractor performance on behalf of the client.

Responsibilities

• Represent the project owner during construction activities.
• Monitor EPC contractor performance across programme, quality, HSE and technical compliance.
• Undertake regular site inspections and identify issues requiring corrective action.
• Ensure construction works align with project specifications and design requirements.
• Review progress and validate completed works against the programme.
• Produce detailed site reports with progress, observations and risks.
• Challenge contractor methodologies when standards are not met.
• Support commercial team with site information on progress, variations and activities.
• Attend coordination meetings with contractors and project stakeholders.
• Escalate significant concerns as needed.

Skills

Site supervision

Stakeholder communication

Health & safety

Progress reporting

Job description

Hunter Philips is seeking a Client Representative - Site Manager (Client Side) for a 15-month freelance assignment on a utility-scale Solar PV project in the Birmingham area. You will oversee construction activities, representing the project owner and coordinating with EPC contractors to ensure safety, quality and schedule.

The role requires hands-on site leadership, robust reporting, and the ability to manage contractor performance while maintaining independence on behalf of the client.