Site Manager

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Site Manager to support the construction of a major utility-scale Solar PV development in South Wales. This long-term contract role requires leadership on site, coordination of subcontractors, and rigorous adherence to HSE and quality standards.

Key duties include managing daily site activity, monitoring progress against the programme, and facilitating commissioning and handover.

Qualifications

• Experience managing utility-scale ground-mounted Solar PV sites.
• Proven track record coordinating subcontractors and site teams.
• Strong focus on HSE compliance and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily site construction activity to meet programme milestones.
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors and site teams on site.
• Monitor progress against the construction programme and adapt as needed.
• Manage site resources and upcoming works to avoid bottlenecks.
• Maintain strong HSE standards and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Review drawings, specifications and site documentation for changes.
• Coordinate with project management and engineering teams.
• Support commissioning and final project handover activities.
• Identify defects and drive corrective actions to closure.

Skills

Site management

Subcontractor management

HSE

Construction coordination

UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 6+ in Construction Management or relevant engineering discipline

Job description

Site Manager - Utility-Scale Solar

Location: South Wales

Contract: Long-term contract

Rate: Up to £390 per day

We are looking for an experienced Site Manager to support the construction of a major ground-mounted Solar PV development in South Wales.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily site construction activity
• Lead and coordinate subcontractors and site teams
• Monitor progress against the construction programme
• Manage site resources and upcoming works
• Maintain strong HSE standards
• Monitor construction quality and compliance
• Review drawings, specifications and site documentation
• Manage defects and corrective actions
• Coordinate with project management and engineering teams
• Support commissioning and final project handover

Essential experience

• Strong recent utility-scale ground-mounted Solar PV experience
• Previous Site Manager experience
• Proven subcontractor management capability
• Civil, Electrical or Mechanical construction/engineering background
• Strong understanding of site HSE and quality requirements
• UK driving licence

Qualifications / certifications

• SMSTS
• Black CSCS or Black ECS Card
• 3-day First Aid certification
• NVQ Level 6+ in Construction Management or relevant engineering discipline preferred
• Strong candidates actively progressing towards NVQ Level 6 / Black Card may also be considered.
• TWC / Temporary Works Coordinator experience would be advantageous.
• Civil construction experience would be particularly valuable, especially across roads, drainage, foundations, structures and enabling works.