Site Manager SR163 in Ffestiniog

Carmichael UK; Blaenau Ffestiniog; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking an experienced Site Manager with SR163 competency to deliver major substation and civil engineering works in North Wales. You will lead site operations, coordinate subcontractors, and ensure safe, on-time delivery within budget on live electrical infrastructure projects.

This long-term contract offers the chance to influence critical grid projects, maintain high standards of quality and safety, and work with a skilled project team on nationally significant energy schemes.

Qualifications

• SR163 competency required.
• Experience as Site Manager in power, utilities or civil engineering.
• Strong civil engineering background.
• Experience on substation projects.
• SMSTS, First Aid at Work, CSCS Card, Temporary Works knowledge.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations.
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.
• Lead site teams and subcontractors.
• Deliver site inductions, briefings and toolbox talks.
• Monitor quality standards and ensure compliance with ITPs.
• Review RAMS and coordinate resources.

Skills

Site management

Leadership

Health & safety

Contract coordination

Tools

Temporary Works knowledge (TWC/TWS)

Job description

Site Manager (SR163) North Wales Long Term Contract INSIDE IR35

Scope OF WORKS: Major Substation works, Civil Engineering Works

We are currently seeking an experienced Site Manager with SR163 competency to join a leading contractor delivering critical substation and power infrastructure works across North Wales.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of major electrical infrastructure projects involving complex civil engineering works within live or operational substation environments.

The Role

As Site Manager, you will take responsibility for the safe and efficient delivery of civil engineering activities associated with substation construction and upgrades. You will lead site operations, coordinate subcontractors, ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, and drive programme delivery.

Typical works may include:

• Earthworks and site preparation
• Reinforced concrete foundations
• Cable routes and ducting
• Drainage installations
• Access roads and hardstandings
• Structural steel and substation infrastructure
• Temporary works coordination
• Interface management with electrical teams

Requirements

• Valid SR163 competency
• Proven experience as a Site Manager within power, utilities or civil engineering projects
• Strong civil engineering background
• Experience working on substation projects
• SMSTS
• First Aid at Work
• CSCS Card
• Temporary Works knowledge TWC/TWS
• Strong understanding of reinforced concrete, drainage, earthworks and infrastructure projects
• Excellent leadership and communication skills

• National Grid projects
• DNO substation works
• HV transmission or distribution schemes
• Power generation or energy infrastructure projects
• Utilities and heavy civil engineering environments

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all day-to-day site operations
• Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme and within budget
• Lead site teams and subcontractors
• Deliver site inductions, briefings and toolbox talks
• Monitor quality standards and ensure compliance with ITPs
• Review and implement RAMS
• Coordinate plant, labour and materials
• Liaise with clients, designers and project stakeholders
• Manage permits and site documentation
• Ensure compliance with National Grid and DNO requirements where applicable

What's on Offer

• Competitive day rate, flexible depending on experience
• Long-term project 2 years work
• Major UK power infrastructure projects
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant energy schemes
• Supportive project team and excellent career development prospects