Job Description
Site Manager - Substation Project (Melksham)
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Job Title: Site Manager
Location: Melksham
Rate: £500 - £600 per day
Hours: Full-time
I am working with a key contractor to recruit a Site Manager to lead and manage civil and electrical works on a major sub-station project. This role requires strong leadership, excellent organisational skills, and a thorough understanding of safety and quality standards within the electricity transmission industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Day-to-day management of site operatives, subcontractors, and site activities
- Develop and implement safety documentation including Construction Phase Plans, Site Quality Plans, and Risk Assessments/Method Statements
- Conduct site inductions, Toolbox Talks, and daily briefings
- Prepare daily Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) and allocate tasks
- Produce and maintain site-specific risk and method statements
- Develop and maintain project schedules to ensure timely completion
- Carry out regular site inspections for compliance with safety regulations
- Communicate effectively with contractors and project stakeholders
- Attend weekly progress meetings and resolve on-site issues
- Ensure quality control measures are implemented throughout the project
- Maintain accurate documentation and site diaries
- NSI 6 & 8 Full
- SMSTS (Site Manager Safety Training Scheme)
- First Aid at Work
- SHEA Power / CSCS
- Temporary Works Coordinator & Supervisor
- Previous experience as a Principal Contractor Site Manager (PCSM) for National Grid
- SSE authorisation (minimum CAT1C)
- Extensive knowledge of construction methodologies within electricity transmission
- Competency to work in substations (66kV to 400kV)
- Knowledge of NEC contracts and current HSE legislation
- Strong communication and leadership skills
- Ability to manage budgets and meet programme timescales
- IT literacy (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
- Relevant qualification in construction, mechanical, or electrical engineering
- National Grid TP137.11 authorisation
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