Site Manager

VEV; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

VEV seeks an experienced Site Manager to lead on-site delivery of civil, electrical and charger installation works in the UK. You will operate as Principle Contractor, coordinating subcontractors and direct labour while maintaining programme, quality and cost controls.

This hands-on role rewards candidates with plant tickets and a background in groundworks or electrical installations. The role requires oversight of H&S, RAMS, commissioning processes, and nationwide travel.

Qualifications

• 5+ years site supervision/management in civils/electrical/utilities or similar, ideally EV/solar/depot or power upgrades.
• Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015, site RAMS/permits, temporary works and commissioning processes.
• SMSTS (preferred) or SSSTS; valid CSCS/ECS.
• One or more current CPCS/NPORS tickets (e.g Telehandler, 360 Excavator, Forward Tipping Dumper) and Banksman/Traffic Marshal.
• First Aid at Work; CAT & Genny and Asbestos awareness.
• Full UK driving licence; able to travel nationwide.
• Groundworks background (drainage, ducting, bases, backfilling, reinstatement) and/or electrical background (LV install/testing; HV awareness) - Desirable.
• Temporary works supervisor (CITB), Slinger/Signaller, IPAF/PASMA.
• EUSR SHEA Power, NRSWA (for street works environments) - Desirable.
• 18th Edition (BS 7671)/2391 test & inspect (advantageous for electrically biased candidates) - Desirable.

Responsibilities

• H&S and CDM on site: Deliver inductions, briefings and toolbox talks; enforce RAMS/permits; maintain the construction phase plan on site; uphold traffic, lifting, WAH, hot works, LOTO and temporary works controls; stop work when unsafe.
• Programme & coordination: Sequence works, chair daily coordination meetings, manage look-aheads, and coordinate civils, electrical, OEMs and utilities to hit milestones.
• Quality control: Implement ITPs, check forms and test records; capture as-builds/redlines; raise and close NCRs; support FAT/SAT commissioning.
• Subcontractor management: Verify competencies (CSCS/ECS, CPCS/NPORS,SSSTS/SMSTS), review RAMS and lift plans, manage permits, and track productivity.
• Temporary works & lifting: Coordinate with the TWC/TWS; assure temporary works compliance; plan lifts with the appointed person; control LOLER/PUWER.
• Electrical works interface: Enforce LOTO, isolation/energisation permits, and test/commissioning controls; coordinate LV/HV/AP-CP activities with the delivery team.
• Client & stakeholder liaison: Lead site walks, progress updates, and issue/risk management; coordinate with landlords, DNO/iDNO and local authorities.
• Records & reporting: Keep site diary, H&S/quality logs, photos, deliveries and progress data; provide daily/weekly reports to the PM and SHEQ Manager.
• Hands on support: Competently operate plant within ticket scope for short-duration tasks (e.g telehandler/material moves) and support ground works/electrical tasks as needed.

Skills

CDM 2015

SMSTS/SSSTS

CSCS/ECS

Telehandler

360 Excavator

Forward Tipping Dumper

Banksman/Traffic Marshal

First Aid at Work

Full UK driving licence

Education

First Aid at Work

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Telehandler

360 Excavator

Forward Tipping Dumper

CPCS/NPORS

Banksman/Traffic Marshal

Job description

About VEV

VEV specialises in designing and implementing scaled enterprise fleet solutions. Our expertise lies in optimising fleets, charging infrastructure, and operations to maximise the benefits of transitioning to sustainable transportation. With a wealth of experience in delivering comprehensive turnkey charging solutions at scale, we are committed to guiding organisations through a seamless transition towards a greener future.

About VEV

VEV specialises in designing and implementing scaled enterprise fleet solutions. Our expertise lies in optimising fleets, charging infrastructure, and operations to maximise the benefits of transitioning to sustainable transportation. With a wealth of experience in delivering comprehensive turnkey charging solutions at scale, we are committed to guiding organisations through a seamless transition towards a greener future.

If you are passionate about sustainable transportation, innovation, and making a positive impact, we invite you to join us at VEV. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on ground breaking projects, collaborate with industry experts, and drive meaningful change in the world of e-mobility.

Position Overview

The VEV Site Manager will be the on-site lead, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient delivery of civil, electrical and charger installation works. You will run day-to-day site operations under VEV's role as Principle Contractor (and interfacing with Principle Designer), coordinate subcontractors and direct labour, uphold CDM 2015 duties at site level, and keep the programme, quality and cost on track. This is a hands-on role, we value candidates with valid plant/machinery tickets and either a groundworks or electrical background who can step in where needed while primarily leading the site.

Role & Responsibilities

• H&S and CDM on site: Deliver inductions, briefings and toolbox talks; enforce RAMS/permits; maintain the construction phase plan on site; uphold traffic, lifting, WAH, hot works, LOTO and temporary works controls; stope work when unsafe
• Programme & coordination: Sequence works, chair daily coordination meetings, manage look-aheads, and coordinate civils, electrical, OEMs and utilities to hit milestones
• Quality control: Implement ITP's, check forms and test records; capture as-builds/redlines; raise and close NCRs; support FAT/SAT commissioning
• Subcontractor management: Verify competencies (CSCS/ECS, CPCS/NPORS,SSSTS/SMSTS), review RAMS and lift plans, manage permits, and track productivity
• Temporary works & lifting: Coordinate with the TWC/TWS; assure temporary works compliance; plan lifts with the appointed person; control LOLER/PUWER
• Electrical works interface: Enforce LOTO, isolation/energisation permits, and test/commissioning controls; coordinate LV/HV/AP-CP activities with the delivery team
• Client & stakeholder liaison: Lead site walks, progress updates, and issue/risk management; coordinate with landlords, DNO/iDNO and local authorities
• Records & reporting: Keep site diary, H&S/quality logs, photos, deliveries and progress data; provide daily/weekly reports to the PM and SHEQ Manager
• Hands on support: Competently operate plant within ticket scope for short-duration tasks (e.g telehandler/material moves) and support ground works/electrical tasks as needed

Experience & Qualifications Required

• 5+ years site supervision/management in civils/electrical/utilities or similar, ideally EV/solar/depot or power upgrades
• Strong working knowledge of CDM 2015, site RAMS/permits, temporary works and commissioning processes
• SMSTS (preferred) or SSSTS; valid CSCS/ECS
• One of more current CPCS/NPORS tickets (e.g Telehandler, 360 Excavator, Forward Tipping Dumper) and Banksman/Traffic Marshal
• First Aid at Work; CAT & Genny and Asbestos awareness
• Full UK driving licence; able to travel nationwide
• Groundworks background (drainage, ducting, bases, backfilling, reinstatement) and/or electrical background (LV install/testing; HV awareness) - Desirable
• Temporary works supervisor (CITB), Slinger/Signaller, IPAF/PASMA
• EUSR SHEA Power, NRSWA (for street works environments) - Desirable
• 18th Edition (BS 7671)/2391 test & inspect (advantageous for electrically biased candidates) - Desirable

VEV is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. Learn more about our existing projects and vision for the future at https://www.vev.com.