Site Manager - Solar PV, BESS & Substation Delivery

IO Associates; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IO Associates is seeking an experienced Site Manager for Gloucester to lead Solar PV, BESS, HV substations and grid connection projects on a 12-month contract. The role focuses on safe delivery, programme management and stakeholder coordination at utility scale.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years in renewable energy construction, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors across civil, electrical and mechanical disciplines.

Qualifications

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) required.
• CSCS Black Card (Management Level) required.
• First Aid at Work certification required.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Lead site safety culture and ensure compliance with HSE policies and procedures.
• Manage day-to-day site activities for Solar PV, BESS, substation, and grid connection works.
• Coordinate civil, mechanical, electrical, and commissioning subcontractors.
• Drive progress against programme milestones and implement mitigations for delays.
• Chair daily and weekly site coordination meetings.
• Oversee installation activities including enabling works, earthworks, drainage, piling, mounting structures, solar modules, DC cabling, inverter stations and earthing systems.

Education

SMSTS

CSCS Black Card (Management Level)

First Aid at Work

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

IO Associates is seeking an experienced Site Manager for Gloucester to lead Solar PV, BESS, HV substations and grid connection projects on a 12-month contract. The role focuses on safe delivery, programme management and stakeholder coordination at utility scale.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years in renewable energy construction, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage multiple subcontractors across civil, electrical and mechanical disciplines.