Site Manager - PSC

Wood; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewables sector is seeking an experienced Site Manager to oversee a prominent Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Scotland. This role involves project management responsibilities for construction, installation, and ongoing operations, requiring an engineering background and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Generous contributory pension scheme

Private medical cover

33 days annual leave

Commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management within the renewable energy sector, preferably BESS Projects.
• Strong understanding of construction codes, standards, and regulations.
• Effective communication and people skills.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the management of the BESS construction, installation, commissioning, and ongoing operations.
• Ensuring successful implementation and functioning of the Battery Storage site.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Critical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Safety-Conscious Mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field

Professional Engineering (PE) license

Job description

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Wood is recruiting for a Site Manager to join our Project Development Engineering (PDE) team within our renewables consulting division. This role will be on a contract basis and will be based on site in Scotland.

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

The Role

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Site Manager to join our team for a prominent BESS project. As a Site Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the management of the BESS construction, installation, commissioning, and ongoing operations. Your experience and management skills will contribute to the successful implementation and functioning of the Battery Storage site.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

We service a varied client base worldwide, including World-class private developers (major and independent), investment banks, utilities & power generation companies, pension funds, Technology Innovation and Research Centres – to name but a few. We provide value add services bespoke to the clients' requirements across, technical specialists, project management, owners engineering through all the phases of the project lifecycle. Our specialisms across the renewables sector include onshore and offshore wind, green hydrogen, solar, grid, storage, and infrastructure. The work that we do for our clients is key to making the energy transition possible.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests.
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession.

Skills / Qualifications

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred
• Proven experience in project management within the renewable energy sector, preferably BESS Projects
• Strong understanding of construction codes, standards, and regulations
• Excellent critical thinking skills and ability to work well under pressure
• Effective communication and people skills
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Safety-conscious mindset and a track record of promoting safe work practices