Site Manager

Hunter Philips; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Site Manager for utility-scale solar projects. This role involves full responsibility for site delivery, safety, and contractor performance, focusing on quality and HSE standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in EPC settings, with essential qualifications including SMSTS and CSCS certifications. The contract position is expected to start mid-February, with a duration of approximately 12 months, requiring a site-based commitment in Shropshire, England.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Site Manager on utility-scale solar projects.
• Strong EPC or principal contractor background.
• Excellent HSE, leadership, and contractor management skills.
• SMSTS certification essential.
• CSCS certification essential.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for site delivery, safety, and quality.
• Manage all subcontractors across civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes.
• Lead site HSE performance and enforce zero-harm culture.
• Drive programme delivery in line with project milestones.
• Chair site meetings and coordinate daily activities.
• Interface with the client, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate site reporting and documentation.
• Lead inspections, snagging, and handover activities.

Skills

Site delivery management

Safety enforcement

Contractor management

Project milestone management

HSE leadership

Job description

SITE MANAGER - PV (EPC) - SOLAR FARM - CONSTRUCTION - RENEWABLE ENERGY

We are looking for a Site Manager to take full responsibility for the on-site delivery of a utility-scale solar PV project on behalf of the EPC contractor. This is a key delivery role with direct responsibility for HSE, subcontractor performance, programme, and quality.

The Site Manager will be a named key person and will interface closely with the client, subcontractors, and internal project management teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for site delivery, safety, and quality


• Manage all subcontractors across civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes


• Lead site HSE performance and enforce zero-harm culture


• Drive programme delivery in line with project milestones


• Chair site meetings and coordinate daily activities


• Interface with the client, consultants, and internal stakeholders


• Maintain accurate site reporting and documentation


• Lead inspections, snagging, and handover activities

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience as Site Manager on utility-scale solar projects


• Strong EPC or principal contractor background


• Excellent HSE, leadership, and contractor management skills


• SMSTS essential


• CSCS essential

Contract Details

• Contract position


• Expected start: Mid-February


• Duration: circa 12 months


• Location: Shropshire, England


• Site-based role

If this role matches your experience and ambitions, please apply to the advert