Site Manager – Wind Onshore Projects

Lead the safe, efficient, and successful delivery of onshore wind farm construction projects from site preparation through turbine installation, commissioning, and handover. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, to high quality standards, and in compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day site operations throughout the construction and commissioning phases.
• Coordinate civil, electrical, mechanical, and turbine installation activities.
• Manage contractors, suppliers, and site personnel to achieve project milestones.
• Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, environmental compliance, and quality.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project partners.
• Monitor project progress, maintain site documentation, and provide regular reports to the Project Manager.
• Identify and resolve site issues, risks, and delays while supporting commercial performance.
• Ensure compliance with project plans, statutory regulations, and company procedures.
• Lead site inductions, toolbox talks, and promote a strong safety culture.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project delivery processes.

Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on large construction or infrastructure projects; renewable energy or wind industry experience is desirable.
• Engineering qualification (Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil) preferred.
• Relevant site management and health & safety certifications (e.g. SMSTS, IOSH, CSCS/Safe Pass, First Aid).
• Experience managing contractors, heavy lifting operations, and multi-disciplinary site activities.

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and team management.
• Excellent planning, organisation, and problem-solving skills.
• Sound understanding of construction health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Technical knowledge of civil, mechanical, and electrical works.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work independently in remote site environments.
• Strong focus on quality, risk management, and continuous improvement.

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