Senior Site Manager – HV Substations & Energy Projects

J Murphy & Sons Limited; Cannock; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Health screening

Professional development

Job summary

Murphy is seeking a Senior Site Manager to lead HV substation projects across England and Wales within its Energy Team. You will coordinate and safely manage construction activities, liaise with National Grid and design teams, and ensure CDM compliance while driving safety and programme performance.

Key credentials include SR163, SMSTS, IVMP, RAMS drafting, and a full UK driving licence. Expect strong leadership, site-based responsibilities, and opportunities across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Valid National Grid SR163 site management credentials.
• NSI 6 & 8 competencies.
• SMSTS and First Aid at Work certifications.
• Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor (TWC/TWS).
• Impressed Voltage Management (IVMP) training.
• Experience with substations and primary/secondary equipment.
• Proven ability to draft Risk Assessments & Method Statements.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Principal Contractor and discharge CDM duties on site.
• Enforce safety, review CPPs, RAMS, and maintain site safety files.
• Manage HV substation controls, temporary works and safety zones.
• Oversee civil, electrical and M&E works; coordinate subcontractors.
• Liaise between National Grid, design teams and subcontractors to resolve issues.
• Conduct inductions, toolbox talks, safety inspections and audits.

Skills

SR163 Authorisation

SMSTS

First Aid at Work

TWC/TWS

IVMP (Impressed Voltage)

Substations knowledge

RAMS drafting

UK Driving Licence

Tools

NSI 6 & 8 competencies

Job description

Murphy is seeking a Senior Site Manager to lead HV substation projects across England and Wales within its Energy Team. You will coordinate and safely manage construction activities, liaise with National Grid and design teams, and ensure CDM compliance while driving safety and programme performance.

Key credentials include SR163, SMSTS, IVMP, RAMS drafting, and a full UK driving licence. Expect strong leadership, site-based responsibilities, and opportunities across multiple sites.