Site Manager in Dundee

Energy Jobline CVL; Dundee; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking an experienced Site Manager to join the delivery team on a major utility-scale solar project based in Dundee. You will take day-to-day responsibility for site delivery, coordinating subcontractors and the project team to progress works safely, on time and to exacting standards.

The role requires strong civil, mechanical or electrical construction background, SMSTS and CSCS/ ECS Black cards, and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Recent utility-scale ground-mounted Solar PV experience.
• Proven site management experience on major construction projects.
• Strong subcontractor coordination experience.
• Strong understanding of HSE and construction site standards.
• Civil, electrical or mechanical construction/engineering background.
• UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily construction activity across the solar farm
• Coordinate subcontractors, supervisors and site resources
• Monitor programme, productivity and quality
• Ensure works are completed safely and to specification
• Carry out site inspections and resolve delivery issues
• Coordinate civil, mechanical and electrical activities
• Manage site documentation and progress reporting
• Support commissioning, defect close-out and handover
• Maintain strong relationships across the project team

Skills

Solar PV

Site management

Subcontractor coordination

HSE awareness

Driving licence

Civil/Mechanical/Electrical

Education

NVQ Level 6+ in Construction Management

Job description

Site Manager - Utility-Scale Solar

Location: Dundee / Site Based
Salary: £60,000-£65,000
Employment: Permanent

We are looking for an experienced Site Manager to join the delivery team on a major utility-scale solar project in the Dundee area.

You will take day-to-day responsibility for site delivery, working closely with subcontractors and the wider project team to ensure construction progresses safely, efficiently and in line with programme and quality requirements.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage daily construction activity across the solar farm


• Coordinate subcontractors, supervisors and site resources


• Monitor programme, productivity and quality


• Ensure works are completed safely and to specification


• Carry out site inspections and resolve delivery issues


• Coordinate civil, mechanical and electrical activities


• Manage site documentation and progress reporting


• Support commissioning, defect close-out and handover


• Maintain strong relationships across the project team

Essential experience:

• Recent utility-scale ground-mounted Solar PV experience


• Proven site management experience on major construction projects


• Strong subcontractor coordination experience


• Strong understanding of HSE and construction site standards


• Civil, electrical or mechanical construction/engineering background


• 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 Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualification

Candidates with significant relevant solar experience who are actively progressing towards NVQ Level 6 / Black Card may also be considered.

TWC / Temporary Works Coordinator experience or qualification would be advantageous.

Experience within civils, roads, foundations, drainage or structural packages would be particularly useful.

This is a permanent position, so candidates should be comfortable travelling to future UK project locations when required