M&E Site Manager - NG Person ESSENTIAL

Search Consultancy LTD; Hitchin; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Consultancy LTD is recruiting an experienced M&E Site Manager to oversee mechanical and electrical works on a National Grid substation project at Wymondley, near Hitchin. The role requires coordinating site activities, managing subcontractors and ensuring safety and quality on a HV infrastructure site.

You will read drawings, monitor progress against programme, and liaise with project managers to deliver on time. CIS payroll; up to £500 per day; ASAP start.

Qualifications

• National Grid Person ticket is essential.
• Relevant mechanical and/or electrical qualifications.
• Valid CSCS card or CCNSG Safety Passport.
• Proven experience managing M&E works on substations or power infrastructure.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day M&E site activities within a National Grid substation environment.
• Oversee installation, inspection, testing and commissioning of M&E systems and equipment.
• Coordinate subcontractors and site teams to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, RAMS, permits to work and electrical safety requirements.
• Monitor progress against the construction programme and implement corrective actions.
• Review RAMS and ensure understanding by site personnel.
• Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks and progress meetings.
• Maintain health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Liaise with Project Manager, Construction Manager, engineers and client representatives to coordinate interfaces.
• Monitor workmanship against drawings and project documentation.
• Manage site documentation such as daily reports and inspection records.
• Identify and resolve technical or operational issues.
• Ensure materials, equipment, labour and subcontractors are coordinated to support programme.
• Support testing, commissioning, handover and close-out activities.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Communication

Reading drawings

Health & Safety

Education

Mechanical and/or electrical qualifications

HV substations qualifications

Tools

CSCS card

CCNSG Safety Passport

Job description

M&E Site Manager - National Grid Person ESSENTIAL

Rate: Up to £500 per day

Payment Type: CIS

Start Date: ASAP

Job Description:

We are currently recruiting an experienced M&E Site Manager to oversee mechanical and electrical works on a National Grid substation project at Wymondley.

This is an excellent opportunity for a suitably qualified Site Manager with experience delivering M&E packages within high-voltage substation or wider power infrastructure environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating site activities, managing subcontractors and operatives, maintaining high standards of health and safety, and ensuring works are delivered in line with project specifications, programme requirements and National Grid procedures.

The role offers a competitive rate of up to £500 per day CIS, with long-term, ongoing work available for the right candidate.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage and coordinate day-to-day mechanical and electrical site activities within a National Grid substation environment.
• Oversee the installation, inspection, testing and commissioning of M&E systems and associated substation equipment.
• Coordinate subcontractors, site operatives, engineers and specialist installation teams to ensure works are completed safely and efficiently.
• Ensure all activities comply with National Grid safety rules, site procedures, permits to work and relevant electrical safety requirements.
• Monitor project progress against the construction programme, identifying potential delays and implementing corrective actions where required.
• Review RAMS (Risk Assessments and Method Statements) and ensure all site personnel understand and follow approved working procedures.
• Conduct site inspections, toolbox talks, safety briefings and regular progress meetings.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, environmental compliance and quality throughout the project.
• Liaise with the Project Manager, Construction Manager, engineers and client representatives to coordinate interfaces between M&E, civils and other construction packages.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure installations meet project specifications, drawings, quality standards and inspection requirements.
• Manage site documentation, including daily reports, progress updates, inspection records and relevant quality documentation.
• Identify and resolve technical or operational issues, escalating concerns where necessary.
• Ensure materials, equipment, labour and specialist subcontractors are appropriately coordinated to support programme delivery.
• Support testing, commissioning, handover and close-out activities as required.
• National Grid Person ticket - Essential.
• Relevant mechanical and/or electrical qualifications.
• Valid CSCS card or CCNSG Safety Passport.
• Proven experience managing M&E works on substation, high-voltage, power infrastructure or similar industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of site health and safety, RAMS, permits to work and construction quality procedures.
• Previous experience coordinating subcontractors, site teams and specialist installation activities.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills.

What's on Offer?

• Up to £500 per day CIS.
• Long-term, ongoing contract.
• Opportunity to work on a major National Grid substation project.
• A site-based management role with responsibility for coordinating M&E delivery.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age