Site Manager

RTL Group Ltd; Thurso; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Contribution to UK energy transition

Supportive team environment

Job summary

RTL Group Ltd is seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead a major substation project in Thurso, delivering civil works within the renewable energy sector. You will oversee day-to-day on-site operations, drive safety performance, and coordinate multiple contractors to meet programme and quality standards.

Key duties include leading inductions, toolbox talks, progress monitoring, and CDM compliance, while maintaining site documentation and liaising with engineering, commissioning and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on substations or large infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of HSE legislation and CDM requirements.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and ensure quality.
• Excellent leadership and contractor management skills.
• SMSTS/SSSTS and First Aid certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site activities for the substation project, ensuring safety and on-time delivery.
• Lead site inductions, daily briefings, and toolbox talks.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, plant and materials.
• Monitor progress against programme and report to Project Manager.
• Ensure works comply with CDM regulations and client standards.
• Maintain site documentation: permits, RAMS, inspections, progress records.
• Liaise with engineering, commissioning and environmental teams.
• Address site issues to minimise downtime.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to drawings and specs.
• Represent the project during site audits and client visits.

Skills

Site management

Contractor management

Leadership

HSE/CDM knowledge

Communication skills

Reading technical drawings

Safety certifications

Job description

Job Title: Site Manager - Substation Project (Renewable Energy - Civils)

Location: Thurso

Contract Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead delivery of a major substation construction project within the renewable energy sector in Thurso. This is a key position overseeing day-to-day site operations, ensuring safety, quality, and programme performance while coordinating multiple contractors and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site activities for the substation project, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, and to specification.
• Lead site inductions, daily briefings, and toolbox talks to promote a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, suppliers, plant, and materials.
• Monitor progress against programme and report regularly to the Project Manager.
• Ensure all works comply with CDM regulations, client standards, and industry best practice.
• Maintain accurate site documentation, including permits, inspections, RAMS reviews, and progress records.
• Liaise closely with engineering, commissioning, and environmental teams.
• Resolve site issues proactively to minimise downtime.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to technical drawings and specifications.
• Represent the project during site audits and client visits.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on substation, HV, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Background in civil engineering on renewable energy, power transmission, or grid-connect projects.
• Strong knowledge of HV systems, civils, and electrical installation practices.
• Demonstrable understanding of HSE legislation and CDM requirements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and contractor management skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and manage quality standards.
• SMSTS/SSSTS, First Aid, and relevant safety certifications.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to contribute to a major renewable energy infrastructure project.
• Supportive team environment and opportunities for long-term career progression.
• The chance to make a positive impact in the UK's transition to clean energy