Site Manager

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Site Managers for high-voltage overhead line transmission projects across the UK. This role involves overseeing project delivery, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards, and managing site operations effectively. The successful candidate will be pivotal in maintaining communication with clients and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Join a company dedicated to delivering vital energy infrastructure and making a significant impact on the UK's electricity networks. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing overhead line projects is preferred.
• Must hold SMSTS, NEBOSH, or equivalent H&S qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage site operatives and subcontractors for project execution.
• Lead safety inspections and develop necessary documentation.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Site Management

Communication Skills

IT Skills

Health & Safety Compliance

Education

Qualifications in Construction

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Aureos are currently seeking SITE Managers for multiple Overhead Line Transmission Projects around the UK. Ultimately responsible for overall profit and loss of a standard/complex project(s) whilst ensuring delivery on time to the highest standards of safety, sustainability, environmental and quality are implemented. Power T&D Strategic Plan.

The Site Manager will oversee high-voltage projects (132kV to 400kV) across multiple DNO contracts. This includes managing infrastructure refurbishments and overhead line (OHL) works. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be the key on-site contact for clients, ensuring project delivery meets safety, quality, and efficiency standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage site operatives, subcontractors, and daily operations to ensure efficient project execution.
• Lead weekly safety inspections and develop safety documentation (Construction Phase Plans, Risk Assessments, etc.).
• Conduct regular inspections and ensure compliance with Inspection Test Plans (ITP).
• Represent the company during client audits and progress meetings.
• Oversee Temporary Works working alongside the Temporary Works Coordinator.
• Monitor performance against Health & Safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Work with the HSQE team to ensure all Health & Safety requirements are met.
• Manage material procurement, cost control, and work planning with project teams.
• Ensure adherence to Aureos standards, project specifications, and legislation.

Role Requirements:

• Site Manager experience – OHL experience an advantage.
• Relevant qualifications in Construction, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum SMSTS, NEBOSH, or equivalent H&S qualification.
• Experience with NEC Contracts, electricity transmission methodologies, and HSE regulations.
• Strong communication and IT skills (Microsoft Office).
• Full, valid driving license and willingness to travel across sites.

Aureos delivers vital energy infrastructure across the UK. Our expertise spans the decommissioning of power generation assets, technical solutions to design, construct, install and maintain regional and national electricity networks, construct and expand new and existing substations, ensuring the safe supply of power to millions of households across the country. Our experience and expertise cover both civil & electrical engineering; earthworks, FRC structures, steelwork & cladding, overhead lines, HV substation installations, cable tunnels and distribution networks.

Aureos are an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.