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Randstad CPE; Amersham; On-site; GBP 111,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is sourcing a Principal Contractor Site Manager (PCSM) for National Grid SR163 projects in Buckinghamshire. Role focuses on leading civil works, ensuring safety, compliance, and timely delivery of high‑voltage site upgrades.

The ideal candidate holds a current SR163 PCSM qualification, SMSTS, First Aid at Work, and a Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor ticket, with NSI 8 Full status. Immediate start; day rate £600–£650; Outside IR35.

Qualifications

• SR163 PCSM qualification required.
• SMSTS certification and First Aid at Work up to date.
• Temporary Works Coordination/Supervision ticket needed.
• HSG47 Underground Services awareness.
• Access: NSI 8 Full status required.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil engineering and construction activities on site with safety focus.
• Ensure compliance with National Grid SR163 supplier requirements on site.
• Direct temporary works, excavation safety and risk assessments.
• Liaise between subcontractors and stakeholders to coordinate delivery.

Skills

SR163 PCSM

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

Temporary Works Coordinator

Temporary Works Supervisor

NSI 8 Full

HSG47 awareness

Job description

Principal Contractor Site Manager (PCSM) - National Grid SR163

Role: Civil Principal Contractor Site Manager (PCSM) - National Grid

• Location: Buckinghamshire
• Duration: 12 months, rolling
• Day Rate: £600 - £650 per day
• Outside IR35
• Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Civil PCSM to lead high-voltage substation and infrastructure upgrade projects. You will act as the primary point of contact for site safety, compliance, and delivery, ensuring all works align with strict National Grid standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Leadership: Manage daily civil engineering and construction activities safely.
• Compliance: Enforce National Grid SR163 supplier requirements on-site.
• Safety: Direct temporary works, excavation safety, and risk assessments.
• Coordination: Act as the main liaison between subcontractors and stakeholders.

Essential Requirements

• Accreditation: Current National Grid SR163 PCSM qualification.
• Safety: Valid SMSTS and up-to-date First Aid at Work.
• Technical: Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor ticket.
• Utility Safety: HSG47 (Underground Services) awareness.
• Access: National Grid Competent Person (NSI 8 Full) status.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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