Lead Site Engineer

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Role: Lead Site Engineer (Solar PV and/or BESS)

Type: Permanent

Location: Projects are located across the UK.

Start: ASAP

• Benefits:£1,500 accommodation allowance per month.
• £20 food allowance per day.
• Access to 4x4 vehicle for work/personal usage plus fuel allowance.
• Group Health Insurance program

The Role:

The Lead Site Engineer will work closely under my Client’s Project Management team to manage the on-site operations, at various locations throughout the UK, during the construction period, to ensure on schedule completion and compliance with my clients high-quality standards. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Site Engineer to join a global leader in the renewable energy sector.

Your role will involve, but not be limited to:

• Initial site setup and establishment (supported by the HSE site manager)
• Identification of local resources, materials, services
• Assist the HSE site manager with establishment and ongoing management of welfare and waste facilities, as well as plant hire (as required)
• Ongoing management of the on-site operations
• Ensure correct implementation of electrical, civil and mechanical construction drawings by the main subcontractor
• Supervise subcontractors schedule and works
• Report to the project manager any deviations from the PoW or scope by the subcontractors
• Quantity and quality receipt of on-site materials from main equipment and local suppliers
• Manage construction flow and timetable
• Provide technical support and guidance, solving on site problems
• Preparation of daily, weekly, monthly progress reports and documentation for internal use and Stakeholder requirements
• Ensure compliance with QHSE procedures
• Management of site finishing works and demobilisation
• Interface with on-site Stakeholder representatives

Essential Skills / Qualifications:

You will be expected to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• BSc/MEng in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in ground-mounted solar or BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) projects.
• Successful completion of at least one 20 MW solar or any BESS project.
• Ability to interpret electrical, mechanical, and civil construction drawings is essential.