Site Manager - Renewables

PPM Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PPM Recruitment is seeking a proactive Site Manager to oversee renewable energy installation projects across Cambridge and Ely. You will manage day-to-day site operations, coordinate multi-site teams and subcontractors, and ensure safe, compliant delivery to high quality standards.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in renewables, especially ASHP and Solar PV installations, a strong grasp of PAS 2030 and relevant contracts, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within renewables, construction or planned works.
• Good knowledge of ASHP and/or Solar PV installations.
• Experience managing multiple site teams and subcontractors.
• Experience delivering domestic projects, ideally within social housing.
• Knowledge of construction contracts (JCT/NEC).
• Strong health and safety knowledge and site compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day running of renewable installation projects across multiple sites.
• Oversee ASHP and Solar PV installations, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Lead, coordinate and manage multiple site teams, operatives and subcontractors.
• Plan and monitor programmes, workloads and progress to meet deadlines.
• Ensure labour, materials, equipment and resources are available to meet project requirements.
• Carry out site inspections, audits and quality checks to minimize defects.
• Maintain health and safety standards and ensure procedures and risk assessments are followed.
• Accurately record site progress, data and supporting evidence.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors and internal teams for smooth delivery.
• Ensure works comply with PAS 2030 and relevant industry standards.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Health & safety

Communication

Project coordination

Job description

Site Manager - Renewables - Ely

Location: Cambridge / Ely

Salary: £45,000 - £52,000 per annum

Hours: Full-time

Contract: Permanent

PPM Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager - Renewables to join a growing team delivering renewable energy installation projects across Cambridge and Ely.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised Site Manager with experience in renewable installations, particularly Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) and Solar PV systems, to oversee site operations and ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of renewable installation projects across multiple sites.
• Oversee Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) and Solar PV installations, ensuring works meet required quality and compliance standards.
• Lead, coordinate and manage multiple site teams, operatives and subcontractors.
• Plan and monitor project programmes, workloads and progress to ensure deadlines are achieved.
• Ensure labour, materials, equipment and resources are available to meet project requirements.
• Carry out site inspections, audits and quality checks to ensure installations are completed to a high standard and defects are minimised.
• Maintain health and safety standards, ensuring all procedures, risk assessments and site documentation are followed.
• Accurately record site progress, data and supporting evidence.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors and internal teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Ensure all works comply with PAS 2030 requirements and relevant industry standards.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager within the renewables, construction or planned works sector.
• Good knowledge of Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHP) and/or Solar PV installations.
• Experience managing multiple site teams and subcontractors.
• Experience delivering domestic projects, ideally within social housing.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, including JCT and/or NEC.
• Strong understanding of health and safety legislation and site compliance.
• Ability to manage project programmes, resources and team performance effectively.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Experience working within PAS 2030 retrofit environments.
• SMSTS and CSCS qualifications.
• First Aid and Asbestos Awareness training.
• Experience progressing into multi-site management or project management responsibilities.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a confident and hands-on leader with excellent organisational and communication skills. You will be comfortable managing multiple teams and priorities, maintaining high standards of safety and quality, and ensuring renewable installation projects are completed on time and in line with client expectations