Lead Solar PV & BESS Site Manager – UK-wide Travel

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Old Baldragon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Site Manager to oversee construction on utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects. The role requires hands-on leadership of daily site operations, coordinating subcontractors, labour, deliveries and resources to keep the programme on track.

You will ensure safety, quality and documentation while working with the Project Manager through construction and handover across UK sites.

Qualifications

• Proven site management experience on utility-scale Solar PV projects.
• Strong practical construction knowledge and subcontractor leadership.
• Track record in safety, quality and programme performance.
• Appropriate site management qualifications and certifications.
• Temporary Works Coordinator experience would be advantageous.
• BESS experience would be beneficial.
• Willingness to travel and work away across the UK.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations and construction activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors, labour, deliveries and site resources.
• Monitor progress and resolve site delivery issues.
• Maintain site safety, quality standards and accurate records.
• Work closely with the Project Manager through construction and handover.

Skills

Site management

Subcontractor leadership

Safety & quality management

Construction programme delivery

UK travel

Temporary Works Coordinator

BESS experience

Education

Site management certifications

Temporary Works Coordinator certification

Relevant professional qualifications

Job description

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Site Manager to oversee construction on utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects. The role requires hands-on leadership of daily site operations, coordinating subcontractors, labour, deliveries and resources to keep the programme on track.

You will ensure safety, quality and documentation while working with the Project Manager through construction and handover across UK sites.