Site Manager - County Durham

Smarttek Global; North East; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy infrastructure sector seeks an experienced Site Manager to oversee high-voltage and battery energy storage projects in the UK. This site-based leadership role emphasizes safety, compliance, and successful project delivery. Offering a competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and an innovation-driven environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Performance incentives

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience managing high-voltage (HV) and/or battery energy storage (BESS) construction projects in the UK.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts typical in the sector.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction activities for HV and BESS projects from mobilisation to final handover.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with all safety and quality standards.
• Serve as primary on-site representative, maintaining communication with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

Tools

NEC3

FIDIC

Job description

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03rd June, 2025

Site Manager - BESS & Energy Infrastructure
Location: United Kingdom - Site-Based - County Durham
Company Overview: A forward-thinking player in the energy infrastructure sector is seeking an experienced HV Construction Manager or Site Manager to support the delivery of large-scale battery energy storage (BESS) and high-voltage projects across the UK. The company specialises in grid-connected solutions, offering full lifecycle project support from mobilisation through to commissioning and handover.
Role Overview: This is a site-based leadership role responsible for managing the construction phase of HV and BESS projects. The successful candidate will coordinate subcontractors, enforce safety and quality standards, and act as the key point of contact on-site. This is an ideal opportunity for a driven construction leader with a track record in delivering energy infrastructure safely, on time, and within budget.
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee on-site construction activities for HV and BESS projects from mobilisation through to final handover.
• Manage and coordinate subcontractors, site engineers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely and safe project delivery.
• Serve as the primary site representative, liaising with clients and stakeholders to maintain transparent communication and strong relationships.
• Ensure compliance with NEC3, FIDIC, and other contractual and commercial frameworks.
• Monitor site progress against programme milestones and ensure alignment with budget and regulatory requirements.
• Lead on-site HSE initiatives, enforce CDM obligations, and uphold governance standards.
• Manage site logistics, quality assurance, and permit-to-work systems.

Candidate Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience managing high-voltage (HV) and/or BESS construction projects in the UK.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (NEC3, FIDIC) and project commercial structures.
• Skilled in managing subcontractors and leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams on site.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Deep understanding of UK health & safety legislation and construction best practices.
• Ability to respond effectively to evolving project demands while maintaining control of quality, cost, and scope.

What's on Offer:

• Opportunity to lead on some of the UK's most impactful renewable and energy storage projects.
• Supportive, innovation-driven team environment with a strong delivery track record.
• Competitive compensation package, including travel support and performance incentives.
• Career progression opportunities in a fast-growing sector.