Site Manager

Kenton Black; Viewpark; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services contractor is seeking a highly skilled Site Manager / Temporary Works Coordinator to oversee projects in the Power & Renewables sector. This permanent position involves managing site operations, ensuring safety, and coordinating temporary works. Candidates must have relevant lifting operation certifications and proven experience in the construction sector. Competitive package available with opportunities for career development and training.

Benefits

Excellent package with room for negotiation

Career development and leadership training

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in lifting operations with certification.
• Proven experience as a Site Manager in Power or Renewables sector.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead site operations, ensuring safety and quality standards.
• Coordinate temporary works in accordance with engineering standards.
• Act as the Lift Appointed Person for lifting operations.
• Liaise with teams and subcontractors for effective project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

CITB Temporary Works Coordinator Training Course

CPCS – Appointed Person course

SMSTS

CSCS

Job description

Site Manager / Temporary Works Coordinator

Sector: Power & Renewables

Location: Glasgow, Scotland

Permanent position available with a strong pipeline of projects for the next 5+ years. Opportunity to build your career by contributing to the delivery of leading‑edge engineering projects.

Join a vibrant, agile, and multi‑functional team delivering projects on time, safely, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Excellent package available with room for negotiation. Career development and leadership training opportunities provided.

About the Company

Our client is a multi‑disciplinary engineering services contractor and a leading provider of high‑value engineering solutions across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. The company partners with major clients in sectors such as power transmission and distribution, renewables, pharmaceuticals, and data centres.

They are known for their collaborative culture, commitment to innovation, and focus on developing talent. This position offers the chance to grow within a forward‑thinking organization that values performance, safety, and technical excellence.

The Role

Due to continued growth in the Power & Renewables sector, we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Site Manager with proven experience as a Temporary Works Coordinator and a certified Lift Appointed Person to join the project delivery team.

This role involves overseeing site operations, coordinating temporary works, managing lifting operations, and ensuring safe, efficient project delivery in collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead site operations, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and programme requirements.
• Coordinate and manage all temporary works in accordance with engineering and safety standards.
• Act as the Lift Appointed Person, planning and supervising all lifting operations.
• Liaise with project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure effective project delivery.
• Monitor site progress, manage risk, and implement corrective actions as required.
• Champion health, safety, and environmental best practices across the site.
• Maintain accurate site records and contribute to project reporting.

Requirements

• Applicable to the Lift Appointed Person (AP): Relevant experience in lifting operations with certification (e.g., CPCS – Appointed Person course).
• Applicable to the Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC): CITB Temporary Works Coordinator Training Course (TWCTC) or approved equivalent.
• Proven experience as a Site Manager in the Power or Renewables construction sector.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and interface effectively with engineering teams.
• Relevant construction qualifications (e.g., SMSTS, CSCS, TWC certification, Lifting Operations qualification).
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.