M&E Site Manager

WB Power Services; London, Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

WB Power Services Ltd is seeking a Site Manager to oversee construction projects, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The role involves managing subcontractors, maintaining project quality, and fostering strong relationships with clients. Join a family-run business committed to excellence and innovation in the power sector.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Private healthcare

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Death in service benefit

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager in construction or industrial M&E environments.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO standards and health & safety legislation.
• Confidence managing subcontractors and acting as site lead.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations on construction sites, ensuring work is delivered on time and within budget.
• Act as the primary Health & Safety authority on site.
• Build strong working relationships with clients and contractors.

Skills

Health & Safety compliance

Project management

Communication

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

SMSTS certification

Tools

ERP systems

SharePoint

Job description

The Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Site Manager to lead the safe, efficient, and successful delivery of construction projects on site. Acting as WBPS’s on-site representative, you will take ownership of each project, manage subcontractors, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures. The successful candidate will have significant site-based experience within the construction, M&E, or power sectors and will be comfortable operating as the principal or subcontractor’s representative.

About Us
WB Power Services Ltd is a leading generator specialist in the UK, known for our unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. As a family-run business with a national footprint, we provide turnkey power solutions across multiple sectors. Our adherence to ISO9001, ISO14001, and ISO45001 (formerly OHSAS18001) standards ensures excellence at every level of our operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for day-to-day operations on construction sites, ensuring all work is delivered to specification, on time, and within budget.
• Lead and manage WBPS and subcontractor teams on-site.
• Act as the primary Health & Safety authority on site, upholding WBPS procedures and enforcing safe working practices at all times.
• Prepare and approve WBPS RAMS; review and sign off subcontractor RAMS.
• Maintain WBPS’s Permit to Work and Isolation Procedure systems on site.
• Proactively manage site issues, reporting significant risks or delays to the Project Manager or Technical Director.
• Build strong working relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Plan works with the Projects team and report progress to relevant stakeholders.
• Attend occasional meetings at Head Office (Derbyshire) such as project handovers and team briefings.
• Represent the business in a professional manner and promote a culture of safety and excellence on every site.
• Perform pre-start checks and post-completion inspections to ensure all works meet WBPS quality standards.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience as a Site Manager in construction or industrial M&E environments.
• SMSTS certification (essential).
• Strong working knowledge of ISO standards and health & safety legislation.
• Confidence managing subcontractors, enforcing RAMS, and acting as site lead.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and project documentation.
• Excellent communication skillswith a strong client-facing manner.
• Strong IT skills and willingness to use internal systems (ERP, SharePoint, etc.).
• Flexibility to travel and work away from home as required.
• Desirable: Experience in the power generation sector (especially generators), or M&E projects.

What We Offer

• Salary: £55,000 – £60,000, dependent on experience & location
• Company vehicle
• Private healthcare
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Death in service benefit
• Outstanding employee assistance programme
• Expenses covered when working away
• Career development opportunities in senior or project management roles
• A supportive, family-run culture focused on quality, respect, and integrity

Join WB Power Services Ltd and be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and dedication. Apply today and take the next step in your career with us!