Lead Site Manager

VIQU Ltd; Stone; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected market leader in the UK power sector is seeking an experienced Lead Site Manager to oversee Protection, Control, Automation, and Electrical installations across major energy infrastructures. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in electrical installation, a strong understanding of CDM regulations, and experience leading multi-discipline teams. Responsibilities include managing site commissioning, controlling documentation, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. A competitive salary and opportunities for travel are offered.

Benefits

Referral bonus of up to £1,000

Qualifications

• Proven Site Manager with electrical installation experience.
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and UK construction safety standards.
• National Grid Competent Person with knowledge of relevant procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage site installation and commissioning to required safety, quality and timeline standards.
• Lead mixed discipline site teams and oversee subcontractor performance.
• Conduct site surveys to support tenders and project delivery.

Skills

Electrical installation experience

Knowledge of CDM Regulations

Good communication

Ability to manage pressure

Structured working style

Education

BSth Edition qualification

HSE training such as IOSH or CITB

Job description

Lead Site Manager
Stone, Staffordshire and UK Client Sites
Competitive Salary

VIQU have partnered with a respected market leader in the UK power sector to recruit a Lead Site Manager who will take ownership of Protection, Control, Automation and Electrical installations across major UK energy infrastructure. You will enforce safety, quality and delivery standards while coordinating multi discipline engineering teams and subcontractors.

This role needs someone who is confident on National Grid and large industrial sites, understands CDM, and can drive installation and commissioning activity to specification.

Key Responsibilities of the Lead Site Manager:

• Manage site installation and commissioning to required safety, quality and timeline standards
• Lead mixed discipline site teams and oversee subcontractor performance
• Control site documentation including RAMS, Construction Phase Plans and ITPs
• Chair client progress meetings and ensure clear reporting
• Conduct site surveys to support tenders and project delivery
• Maintain drawing control, welfare, tools, equipment and audits
• Mentor Site Managers and ensure best practice site delivery

Key Requirements of the Lead Site Manager:

• Proven Site Manager with electrical installation experience
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and UK construction safety standards
• BSth Edition qualification
• HSE training such as IOSH or CITB
• National Grid Competent Person with knowledge of relevant procedures
• Good communication, structured working style and ability to manage pressure
• Full UK driving licence with willingness to travel

To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please apply now! Alternatively, you can contact Belle Hegarty directly on (see below)

If you know someone who would be a strong fit for this Lead Site Manager role, we offer up to £1,000 for successful referrals (terms apply).