Site Manager HVDC

Spencer Ogden; Norwich; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Ogden is recruiting a Senior Site Manager to lead HVDC installation activities on Project Vanguard East in the UK. The contract runs from 1 February 2027 to 29 February 2028, focusing on safety, schedule and cost adherence.

We seek an experienced construction leader with heavy site management background in HVDC or major power projects. The role oversees large installation phases, coordinates multiple supervisors and site teams, and ensures delivery in line with programme and budget.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in senior construction site management in heavy installation environments.
• Proven HVDC project experience within power transmission or substation projects.
• Experience overseeing large installation phases and managing multiple site teams.
• Strong background coordinating mechanical and electrical installation activities.
• Experience in electricity supply, power generation, oil and gas or similar heavy industry.
• SMSTS certification.
• First Aid qualification.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Temporary Works qualification or relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of HSEQ requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate site supervisors, installation teams and multiple work fronts.
• Oversee HVDC installation activities, ensuring safety, schedule and budget.
• Coordinate daily site activities and resources in line with the project programme.
• Work closely with project and installation management for effective delivery.
• Monitor progress against milestones and identify potential delays.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards.
• Lead by example and promote a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate with contractors to maintain safe working practices.
• Support project documentation and site reporting.
• Manage site teams and resolve operational challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

IT skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds

Engineering degree (desirable)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Site Manager - HVDC

Project Vanguard East | UK | Contract

Duration: 1 February 2027 - 29 February 2028

Sector: Energy / Power Transmission / HVDC

Outside IR35

The Opportunity

Spencer Ogden is currently seeking an experienced Senior Site Manager to support a major energy infrastructure project.

This is an opportunity for a senior construction professional with extensive heavy site management experience and a strong background in HVDC projects.

The successful candidate will oversee major installation phases, coordinate multiple supervisors and site teams, and ensure all site activities are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project programme, quality and cost requirements.

We are looking for a proven site leader with experience managing large-scale installation activities within the energy, power transmission or similar heavy industrial sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Take a leading role in coordinating site supervisors, installation teams and multiple work fronts.
• Oversee large-scale HVDC installation activities, ensuring work is delivered safely, on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate daily site activities and resources in line with the overall project programme.
• Work closely with project and installation management to ensure effective project delivery.
• Monitor progress against key milestones and proactively identify potential delays or programme deviations.
• Ensure all installation activities comply with relevant Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) standards.
• Lead by example, promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with site procedures.
• Coordinate with contractors and other work parties to maintain efficient and safe working practices.
• Support the preparation and completion of project documentation, task cards and site reporting.
• Manage site teams effectively, resolving operational challenges and maintaining strong working relationships.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Extensive experience in senior construction site management and heavy installation environments.
• Proven HVDC project experience, ideally within major power transmission or substation projects.
• Previous experience overseeing large installation phases and managing multiple site teams.
• Strong background in coordinating mechanical and electrical installation activities.
• Experience within the electricity supply industry, power generation, oil and gas or similar heavy industrial environments.
• SMSTS certification.
• First Aid qualification.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Temporary Works qualification or relevant experience.
• Strong understanding of construction health, safety, quality and environmental requirements.

Desirable Qualifications

• IOSH Managing Safely.
• CCNSG Safety Passport.
• Manual Handling and Working at Height certification.
• Fire Safety Awareness.
• Relevant industry authorisations, such as BESC or Competent Person qualifications.
• Apprentice-trained with a minimum NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds qualification, or degree-qualified in a relevant engineering discipline.

Personal Attributes

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
• Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple installation work fronts.
• Strong organisational and IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Confident working independently and as part of a wider project management team.
• Ability to build effective relationships with site management, contractors and installation teams.