Site Manager

Hunter Philips Ltd; Scotland; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunter Philips Ltd. is seeking a Site Manager for overhead line transmission projects in the Central Belt, Scotland. The role covers 132kV–400kV OHL construction and refurbishment, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors while maintaining high health and safety standards on site.

The candidate will liaise directly with clients, manage programmes, and ensure delivery meets project requirements. SMSTS and NEBOSH qualifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Site Manager on electricity transmission overhead line projects.
• Experience delivering 132kV–400kV OHL construction and/or refurbishment.
• SMSTS and NEBOSH qualifications.
• Strong organisational, planning and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate subcontractors and multidisciplinary site teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site delivery across 132kV–400kV OHL projects.
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, resources and planned works.
• Liaise with client on programme, progress and delivery requirements.
• Oversee site planning, sequencing and coordination of activities.
• Maintain health, safety and quality standards on site.
• Identify delivery issues and coordinate solutions with the project team.
• Monitor progress and report on site performance.

Skills

Site management

OHL construction

Client liaison

Subcontractor management

Health & safety

Job description

Job Ref: HP-3201 Central Belt, Scotland, United Kingdom Competitive Power Grids ContractSITE MANAGER - 132KV-400KV - OVERHEAD LINE TRANSMISSION - HIGH VOLTAGE - T&D - CENTRAL BELT, SCOTLANDLocation: Central Belt, ScotlandContract: ContractDuration: Initial 6 months - high extension potentialSector: Electricity Transmission | Overhead Lines (OHL)The OpportunityWe are working with a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering major electricity transmission infrastructure projects across Scotland, who is looking to appoint an experienced Site Manager to support overhead line construction and refurbishment projects across the Central Belt.The projects involve 132kV–400kV transmission overhead lines, covering both new infrastructure and upgrades to existing networks.Key Responsibilities:Manage day-to-day site delivery across 132kV–400kV overhead line construction and refurbishment projects.Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, resources and planned works.Liaise directly with the client regarding programme, progress, site activities and delivery requirements.Oversee site planning, sequencing and coordination of construction activities.Lead and support Project Engineers, Site Engineers and wider delivery teams.Maintain site health, safety and quality standards throughout construction.Identify programme or delivery issues and coordinate solutions with the wider project team.Monitor progress against programme and report on site performance.Requirements:Previous experience as a Site Manager within electricity transmission overhead line projects.Experience delivering 132kV–400kV OHL construction and/or refurbishment.Understanding of overhead line construction activities, site coordination and transmission infrastructure.Experience managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary site teams.Ability to manage programmes, coordinate resources and communicate directly with clients.SMSTS and NEBOSH.Strong organisational, planning and communication skills.Candidates with a background as a Project Engineer on major transmission OHL projects, who are ready to progress into Site Management, will also be considered.Contract Details:Initial contract duration of 6 months.Requirements are anticipated towards the end of 2026, with the possibility of an earlier appointment for suitable candidates.Further opportunities are expected across Scotland as the wider transmission project pipeline progresses.If you would like to work for an industry-leading Tier 1 T&D contractor, please get in touch for a confidential discussion or send your CV to [e-mail].