Power Utilities Site Manager - BESS & Substations

Matchtech; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Fuel card

Accommodation covered when required

25 days + Bank Holidays

Pension contribution 3:5 %

Career progression opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an experienced Site Manager for permanent roles in the power utilities and renewables sector. You will oversee day-to-day site operations on BESS, HV and substation projects, coordinating engineers, subcontractors and support functions to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with high quality and safety standards.

The role requires significant site management experience within power utilities, with a strong understanding of ICP/DNO Civils, Cable Laying, Jointing and Substation

Qualifications

• Significant experience as a Site Manager in power utilities/renewables.
• Delivery of BESS, substation or similar engineering construction projects.
• Strong understanding of ICP / DNO Civils, Cable Laying, Jointing, Substation Installation.
• SMSTS and NRSWA certification or working knowledge.
• Excellent health and safety, quality assurance and governance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day site operations across BESS, HV and substations.
• Coordinate site personnel, engineers, subcontractors and support functions.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and CDM requirements.
• Monitor programmes, milestones and resources.
• Ensure works meet approved designs and regulatory requirements.
• Manage project reporting, QA and stakeholder communication.
• Monitor cost, scope and commercial obligations; escalate changes.
• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and asset owners.

Skills

Site management experience

BESS and substations

ICP/DNO projects

SMSTS/NRSWA knowledge

Job description

Matchtech is seeking an experienced Site Manager for permanent roles in the power utilities and renewables sector. You will oversee day-to-day site operations on BESS, HV and substation projects, coordinating engineers, subcontractors and support functions to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with high quality and safety standards.

The role requires significant site management experience within power utilities, with a strong understanding of ICP/DNO Civils, Cable Laying, Jointing and Substation