Senior Site Manager - Power Gen & M&E Projects

WB Power Services Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Private healthcare

28 days holiday

Death in service

Employee assistance programme

All expenses covered away

Clear career progression opportunities

Family-led culture

Job summary

Rehlko is seeking an experienced Construction Site Manager to take full responsibility for day-to-day operations across our construction and installation sites. You will lead on-site teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards, with a focus on the installation of large diesel generator systems into hyperscale projects.

You will act as the key on-site authority for Health & Safety, drive quality and compliance, and build strong working relationships with clients

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within construction or industrial M&E environments.
• SMSTS certification (essential).
• Experience managing subcontractors, enforcing RAMS, and leading site operations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and project documentation.
• Willingness to travel extensively, including overseas assignments in Europe.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for daily site operations, ensuring works are completed safely, to specification, on programme, and within budget.
• Lead and manage both Rehlko (WBPS) personnel and subcontractor teams on site.
• Act as the primary Health & Safety authority, enforcing safe systems of work and company procedures at all times.
• Prepare and approve RAMS, and review and sign off subcontractor RAMS.
• Manage Permit to Work and Isolation procedures across all site activities.
• Identify, mitigate, and report risks, escalating any significant issues or delays to the Project Manager or Technical Director.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
• Collaborate with Projects team to plan works and provide progress updates to stakeholders.
• Attend Head Office meetings in Derbyshire for project handovers and team briefings.
• Represent the business professionally, promoting a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence.
• Carry out pre-start inspections and post-completion checks to ensure all works meet quality standards.

Skills

SMSTS certification

Site management

Health & Safety leadership

Subcontractor management

Technical drawings reading

ERP

SharePoint

Tools

ERP

SharePoint

Job description

Rehlko is seeking an experienced Construction Site Manager to take full responsibility for day-to-day operations across our construction and installation sites. You will lead on-site teams to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards, with a focus on the installation of large diesel generator systems into hyperscale projects.

You will act as the key on-site authority for Health & Safety, drive quality and compliance, and build strong working relationships with clients