Site Manager in Scotland

Energy Jobline CVL; Inverness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Rubicon Consulting is recruiting a Site Manager for a 7-month contract based in Inverness, overseeing day-to-day site operations on a substation project. You will ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality.

Hands-on leadership with civils/electrical infrastructure experience is preferred. The role requires strong leadership, HSEQ oversight, and ability to coordinate multiple trades, with direct liaison to the Client and design teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on utility, substation, or major electrical/civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of Safety Rules and site management procedures.
• Category 1 Authorisation for substation access – current and valid.
• SMSTS – current and valid.
• CSCS Card (Manager level) – current and valid.
• First Aid at Work certificate.
• NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) – desirable for client approval.
• CDM Regulations understanding and application on site.
• Full UK driving licence – own transport for Inverness site access.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the site, coordinating all trades, subcontractors and supervisors.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with Safety Rules, site procedures, and industry standards.
• Own and manage HSEQ performance, RAMS approval, permits and inductions.
• Chair daily briefings and toolbox talks; carry out site inspections and safety tours.
• Manage the site programme, tracking milestones and reporting delays or risks.
• Coordinate with Electrical Supervisor and staff on switching and substation access.
• Manage site logistics, welfare facilities and subcontractor mobilisation/demobilisation.
• Liaise with Client, Project Manager, Design team and stakeholders on progress and issues.
• Maintain accurate site records and close-out documentation.
• Manage change control and cost impacts.
• Ensure quality control and client-required handovers.
• Promote a positive site culture with compliance to policies.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

HSEQ management

Stakeholder liaison

Safety compliance

Education

SMSTS

CSCS Card (Manager level)

First Aid at Work

NEBOSH General Certificate

CDM Regulations knowledge

Category 1 Authorisation

Full UK driving licence

Right to work in the UK

Job description

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Site Manager on an 7 Month Contact based in Inverness.

Role summary:

We are seeking an experienced Site Manager to lead day-to-day site operations on a substation project in Inverness. The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management of the site, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to the required quality standards. This is a 7-month contract role suited to a hands‑on manager with substation, civils and/or electrical infrastructure experience.

Responsibilities:

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the site, coordinating all trades, subcontractors and supervisors.
• Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with the Safety Rules, site-specific procedures, and relevant industry standards.
• Own and manage site Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) performance, including RAMS approval, permits and site inductions.
• Chair daily briefings and toolbox talks; carry out regular site inspections, audits and safety tours.
• Manage and monitor the site programme, tracking progress against key milestones and reporting any delays or risks.
• Coordinate with the Category 3 Electrical Supervisor and other authorised staff on switching, isolations and substation access arrangements.
• Manage site logistics, deliveries, welfare facilities and subcontractor mobilisation/demobilisation.
• Liaise directly with the Client, Project Manager, Design team and other stakeholders on site progress and issues.
• Maintain accurate site records, including diaries, progress reports, incident reports and close‑out documentation.
• Manage change control, identifying and escalating variations, delays or cost impacts promptly.
• Ensure quality control processes are followed and that works are handed over in line with client requirements.
• Promote a positive site culture, ensuring compliance with company and client policies at all times.

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Site Manager on utility, substation, or major electrical/civil infrastructure projects, ideally with a DNO.

Strong working knowledge of Safety Rules and site management procedures.

Category 1 Authorisation for substation access – current and valid.

SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) – current and valid.

CSCS Card (Manager level).

First Aid at Work certificate.

NEBOSH General Certificate (or equivalent) – desirable but often essential for client approval.

Working knowledge of CDM Regulations and their application on site.

Full UK driving licence – own transport required for site access in Inverness.

Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple trades and subcontractors.

Right to work in the UK.

Desirable:

• Category 3 Authorisation for substation access.
• Previous experience working directly with the client or Grid substation projects.
• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) qualification.
• Working at Height / Confined Space training.
• Familiarity with primary and secondary substation equipment and associated civils/construction works.

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time