Onsite Manager

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in energy project management seeks a Construction Manager for their grid-scale battery storage and high voltage projects. The role entails overseeing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and coordinating internal teams for successful project execution. Strong experience in NEC3 and FIDIC contracts is essential, along with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in construction management for HV and BESS projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC3, FIDIC or similar construction contracts.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mobilisation, on-site construction, and project handover.
• Manage subcontractors and site teams according to contracts.
• Ensure health & safety, quality, and compliance.

Skills

Construction management

Health & safety

Communication

Contract management

Job description

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Grid-scale Battery Storage (BESS) & High Voltage (HV)

? Location: Durham - onsite everyday

This is a key delivery role, responsible for managing subcontractors, coordinating internal and external teams, and ensuring safe, timely and commercially sound project execution.

? Key Responsibilities:

• Lead mobilisation, on-site construction, and project handover for grid-connected energy projects
• Manage subcontractors and site teams to deliver in line with NEC3/FIDIC contracts
• Ensure health & safety, quality, and compliance across all phases
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders
• Oversee site progress and reporting aligned with project governance and commercial goals
• Support internal teams to ensure designs, budgets and programmes are maintained

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven track record in construction management for HV, BESS or infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of NEC3, FIDIC or similar construction contracts
• Confident managing subcontractors and leading multi-disciplinary site teams
• Commercial awareness and experience navigating contractual obligations
• Excellent communication and reporting skills
• Knowledge of CDM and relevant health & safety legislation

NO sponsorship is offered for this position