Lead Site Manager – Energy & BESS Projects

Mint Selection are partnering with a leading multi-utility and infrastructure delivery organisation within the UK energy sector who are seeking an experienced Site Manager to support the delivery of a BESS project on a long-term contract based in Leeds.

The role will focus on coordinating site activities across civil, electrical, and commissioning workstreams, ensuring safe delivery, programme adherence, and high-quality execution on a complex grid-connected energy project.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site activities across construction and commissioning phases
• Act as the Principal Contractor representative ensuring CDM and HSE compliance
• Coordinate contractors carrying out installation, testing and commissioning works
• Conduct regular site walkarounds, safety inspections and progress reviews
• Lead contractor meetings and maintain clear communication across site teams
• Ensure works are delivered in line with RAMS, permits and safe systems of work
• Monitor programme progress and proactively manage risks and delays
• Support cost control and provide input for project reporting and forecasting
• Maintain site documentation including reports, permits and QA records
• Oversee commissioning activities and ensure smooth project handover

Requirements

• Experience as a Site Manager on energy projects is essential, with a background in renewable or power generation projects such as BESS, solar, wind, or Substations
• Experience managing construction, commissioning or project completion phases
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations, RAMS and permit systems
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification (essential)
• IOSH or NEBOSH (advantageous)
• Strong contractor coordination and communication skills
• Proficient in project planning tools (MS Project desirable)

These will be 12-month renewable contracts and are outside IR35.

If interested, please apply within or contact Harry Arnold.

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