Electrical Site Manager

Convert Energy Ltd

Canterbury

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Convert Energy Ltd requires an Electrical Site Manager to lead the installation and commissioning of solar PV projects. You will manage the electrical scope from inception to completion, supervise site engineers and subcontractors, and ensure all work complies with RAMS and current regulations.

You will test and commission AC/DC systems, document outcomes, report weekly progress, and liaise with clients to ensure timely delivery of sites ranging from small Southeast projects to nationwide

Qualifications

Extensive experience installing and commissioning solar PV systems.
Able to manage electrical installations from inception to completion.
Experience supervising site engineers and subcontractors.
Proficient in commissioning routines and certification tests.
Knowledge of MCS/NAPIT accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

Lead on installation of commercial solar PV projects and supervise the on-site team.
Test, commission and certify AC/DC systems and battery connections.
Prepare progress reports and maintain client communications.
Ensure compliance with design docs, RAMS and current regs.
Coordinate with PM to plan materials, access and schedules.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Client communication

Site safety compliance

Travel flexibility

Education

Electrical Installation level 3

AM2

18th Edition

Inspection and Testing 2391/2394/2395

ECS/CIS Card

Tools

SolarEdge systems

Job description

Electrical Site Manager

With full support from the wider team, the Installations manager will be taking the lead on the installation of commercial projects.

They will be responsible for the installation and commissioning of the mounting system, modules, all DC/AC cabling, inverters, batteries, and connection to the distribution switchgear.

Projects range from small installations within the southeast to large commercial projects nationwide.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience installing and commissioning solar photovoltaic systems.

Must have experience in the installation and commissioning of electrical installations, experience with managing small teams of operators and be comfortable interacting with clients.

General Duties

Installation of renewable energy technologies
Lead a team ensuring that all systems are installed to a high standard and delivered on time and are compliant with our design documentation
Once the installation is completed you will be required to test and commission the AC/DC systems confirming the system is safe, in working order and to industry standards
Completing all commissioning routines and tests for certification and sign-off of projects
Make sure all work complies with current regulations and site‑specific RAMS
Communicate and assist with any project designs and surveys
Maintain a strong level of communication with both the site team, design team and management

Specific Duties

Manage all electrical aspects of the project from inception to completion, ensuring it is delivered on‑time, within scope and within budget
Undertake site surveys to establish local conditions which impact design
Researching/source components for inclusion in the project design specification
Manage and supervise site engineers & subcontractors
Train Junior Installers
Manage and respond to daily project requirements and produce weekly progress reports
Proactively solve issues encountered on site in conjunction with the site engineers
Regularly communicate with clients regarding the progress of the project
Complete paperwork prior to, throughout and following installations, in compliance with MCS standards and procedures
You will be the nominated technical person for all MCS and NAPIT accreditation and sign offs

Scope of duties

Site survey capturing:
- All available space/measurements for arrays
- All available space/measurements for switchgear in plant rooms etc
- Roof/equipment location condition report (Existing LPS)
- Highlight any structural nonconformities
- Routes for all services (noting potential access/shared space issues)
- All existing AC characteristics, spare ways, board type, space for additional equipment
- Document the locations and access to each area and distances between connected equipment locations
- Evidence to be uploaded to the project folder with accompanying report/overview
Work with the design team to create an AC specification that is compatible with the Solar design. And:
- Ensure the AC specification is compliant with the proposed functionality of the solar design as well as relevant regulations and site power/switchgear constraints
- Detail comms and fire and safety specifications
- Work with the design team to create a schematic of the proposed system
- Ensure that all cable management from each location is compliant with regulations, guidance and tender specifications
- Create a bill of materials based on the site assessment and design
Attend prestart meetings to discuss survey findings and the delivery of the system, including materials cost and installation timeframes/scheduling
Ensure the electrical team are informed of the scope, their duties and provide a schedule of tasks for them to follow
Manage the team on site during installation and regularly inspect their work
The Installation manager will work closely with the Project Manager to ensure that all works are planned, access equipment and materials are agreed/available in time for the works. And the workforce and client are equally informed of the planned activities. Any deviations form the schedule are identified as soon as practicable and discussed with the Project Manager
Where subcontractors are to be used, their work must be inspected and confirmed as acceptable/compliant with regs and project specifications. This will be specific to the electrical, cabling and cable management aspect of their works
Ensure all cable management/containment, runs and building penetrations are compliant to regs and project specifications
Inspect, test commission and generate reports/certs on:
- Voltage, current and continuity of all AC/DC cables (including battery systems)
- Connections to equipment
- DC string tests
- AC tests of inverters, isolators, distribution, switchgear, protective devices
- Earth tests
- Correctly identify all components and serial numbers/models within commissioning documentation
- MCS forms to be completed
You will be the nominated technical person for the company. Which will require you to help prepare and maintain the MCS QMS database and attend all inspections. And attend all witnessing/inspections and handovers of projects