Site Manager (Solar PV)

Build Recruitment Limited; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is looking for an experienced Site Manager to oversee Solar PV installations across social housing properties in the UK. The role involves managing day-to-day site activities and ensuring quality and safety standards are met. Responsibilities include overseeing subcontractors, coordinating with residents, and maintaining close communication with senior management. The position offers £250 per day and the potential for a permanent role. A company van and fuel card are also provided.

Benefits

Company van provided

Fuel card provided

Opportunity for permanent role

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on domestic or social housing projects.
• Previous Solar PV experience strongly preferred.
• Strong health & safety awareness in occupied properties.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple Solar PV installations across domestic social housing properties.
• Act as lead Site Manager on site, managing subcontractors and installation teams.
• Work closely with the RLO to coordinate access and resident communication.

Skills

Site management experience

Solar PV knowledge

Health & safety awareness

Organisational skills

Job description

Site Manager – Solar PV (Social Housing)

£250 per day Temp to Perm Van & Fuel Card Provided

We are recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to oversee Solar PV installations across social housing domestic properties. This is a fast-paced, hands‑on Site Manager role covering multiple live Solar PV projects, ideal for someone who enjoys variety, responsibility, and travel.

Projects are located across Portsmouth, Waterlooville, and Havant, working on occupied homes as part of long‑term Solar PV social housing frameworks.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will be responsible for day‑to‑day site control on domestic Solar PV installations, ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to programme. You will work closely with the Resident Liaison Officer (RLO) to manage access, communication, and safe installation in lived‑in properties.

This Site Manager position is offered on a £250 per day basis, with a clear temp‑to‑perm opportunity for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple Solar PV installations across domestic social housing properties
• Act as lead Site Manager on site, managing subcontractors and installation teams
• Work closely with the RLO to coordinate access and resident communication
• Ensure all Solar PV works are delivered safely and in line with RAMS
• Maintain quality, programme, and health & safety standards
• Report progress and issues to senior management

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on domestic or social housing projects
• Previous Solar PV experience strongly preferred
• Comfortable working across multiple locations with regular travel
• Strong health & safety awareness in occupied properties
• Organised, proactive, and confident dealing with residents and clients

Package

• £250 per day, temp to perm
• Company van and fuel card provided
• Long‑term Solar PV social housing work
• Opportunity to move into a permanent Site Manager role

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