Site Manager

MDE UK; England; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and accommodation provided

Job summary

A leading renewable energy contractor is seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to manage large-scale solar projects across England and Scotland. The role involves overseeing project lifecycle from mobilisation to handover, requiring proven experience in similar projects. The ideal candidate will have a valid SMSTS certification and a strong safety compliance record. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of £60,000 – £70,000 plus additional allowances.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering large-scale ground mount solar projects over 30MW.
• Strong track record of managing projects safely, on time, and to budget.
• Confident coordinating all phases of delivery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full project lifecycle of large-scale installations.
• Lead site activities ensuring compliance with specifications.
• Manage resources, materials, and logistics across the project lifecycle.

Skills

Valid SMSTS certification

Project management

Safety compliance

Job description

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Senior Recruitment Consultant | EPC | Solar | BESS | Grid

Site Manager – Large-Scale Ground Mount Solar

We are supporting a leading renewable energy contractor delivering major solar projects across England and Scotland. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, we are recruiting experienced Site Managers to join the team on a permanent basis.

Role Overview:

You will oversee the full project lifecycle of large-scale ground mount solar installations, typically exceeding 30MW capacity. This includes managing site operations from mobilisation through to commissioning and final handover.

Key Requirements:

• Valid SMSTS certification.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale ground mount solar projects over 30MW.
• Strong track record of managing projects safely, on time, and to budget.
• Confident coordinating all phases of delivery, including civil, mechanical, and electrical packages.
• Professional reputation for maintaining high standards and working effectively with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all site activities and ensure safe, compliant delivery to specification.
• Supervise subcontractors and direct teams on site.
• Manage resources, materials, and logistics across the project lifecycle.
• Oversee quality control, reporting, and handover documentation.
• Represent the business as Principal Contractor on site.

Locations:

Projects are based across the South East, East Midlands, Yorkshire, and Scotland, with flexibility on site allocation depending on your location and availability.

• Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 DOE plus £500 per month allowance.
• Travel and accommodation provided where required.
• Permanent, full-time employment with long-term project security.

Additional Notes:

We are open to considering contractors currently engaged on similar projects who are looking to step into a permanent role with a stable package and clear progression.

If you have experience delivering major ground mount solar projects and are ready for your next move, get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Project Management

• Industries

  Construction

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