Lead/Site Manager

Rullion; Aston-by-Stone; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A diverse energy solutions company is seeking a Lead Site Manager with an electrical engineering background to oversee UK site operations. This role involves managing installations and ensuring compliance with safety standards and UK regulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills while mentoring site teams and driving best practices. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional looking to impact energy sector projects.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior or Lead Site Manager in electrical installations.
• Strong knowledge of UK construction regulations, including CDM 2015.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation, commissioning, and customer acceptance of electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 and client requirements.
• Provide leadership to multi-disciplinary site teams during installations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

Electrical Engineering background

Recognised Health & Safety training

BS 7671 18th Edition

SMSTS (or equivalent)

Tools

Site Management Tools

Job description

Lead Site Manager - Electrical Engineering

Location: Stone Head Office & UK Client Sites
Sector: Energy / Protection, Control & Automation

We are seeking an experienced Lead Site Manager with a strong Electrical Engineering background to provide leadership across UK site operations. This role is predominantly UK-based, split between a central head office in Stone and client sites nationwide.

You will be responsible for the safe, high-quality and compliant delivery of Protection, Control, Automation and Electrical installations across a range of energy sector projects, including transmission substations, large generators and industrial clients.

This position suits a senior site professional who can combine hands‑on site leadership with the ability to set standards, mentor site teams and drive best practice, particularly in Health & Safety and installation quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the installation, commissioning and customer acceptance of Protection, Control, Automation and Electrical systems, ensuring delivery to safety, quality, programme and specification

• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015, industry standards and client requirements

• Provide leadership to multi-disciplinary site teams and subcontractors during installation and commissioning phases

• Chair pre-start, progress and coordination meetings with clients and internal teams

• Act as a subject matter expert for Health & Safety and site installation methodologies

• Develop, review and support site documentation including Construction Phase Plans, SHE plans, RAMS, inductions and waste management plans

• Undertake site surveys to support tendering and project delivery

• Work closely with Project Management, Engineering and QESH teams to ensure effective resource planning and delivery

• Control site drawings, Installation & Test Plans (ITPs), tools, equipment and welfare arrangements

• Monitor site activities, assess competency of personnel and subcontractors, and carry out site audits

• Mentor and coach Site Managers, supporting their professional development

• Drive continuous improvement, developing site standards, processes and best practice

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• Proven experience in a Senior or Lead Site Manager role within electrical installation environments

• Strong electrical engineering background with understanding of minor mechanical works

• Excellent knowledge of UK construction regulations, including CDM 2015

• Demonstrated leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills

• Structured, analytical approach with the ability to work under pressure

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

• BS 7671 18th Edition

• SMSTS (or equivalent)

• Recognised Health & Safety training (e.g. IOSH, CITB, RoSPA)

• Temporary Works Coordination / Supervision

• First Aid at Work

• Asbestos Awareness

• Impressed Voltages Training

• National Grid Competent Person

• Authorised SR163 (formerly TP137) Site Manager

• Strong knowledge of National Grid procedures and standards

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.