Overview
Principal Contractor Site Manager - High Voltage (National Grid) — £600 per day | CIS Contract | Immediate Start
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Principal Contractor Site Manager to support the delivery of a major High Voltage National Grid project. This is a long‑term contract opportunity, joining the project at a very early stage, with strong potential for extension.
Responsibilities
- Day‑to‑day management of site operatives, subcontractors and all site works
- Acting as Principal Contractor with full SR163 nomination
- Development and implementation of Construction Phase Plans, Site Quality Plans and RAMS
- Preparation of daily SSoW and allocation of works
- Producing and maintaining Site Specific Risk Assessments and Method Statements
- Delivering site inductions, Toolbox Talks and daily briefings
- Undertaking regular H&S inspections to ensure compliance with National Grid standards
- Developing and maintaining project programmes to ensure timely delivery
- Liaising with subcontractors, client teams and National Grid representatives
- Attending weekly progress and coordination meetings
- Resolving site issues and managing quality control throughout the project
- Maintaining accurate site records, documentation and site diary
Essential / Desirable Experience
- Proven experience as a Principal Contractor Site Manager on High Voltage infrastructure projects
- SR163 nominated experience - essential
- Experience working within National Grid safety‑critical environments
- SSE Authorisation (minimum CAT1C) - highly desirable
Contract Details
- Rate: £600 per day
- Engagement: CIS contract (Limited companies not accepted)
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Initially to the end of the calendar year, with a strong likelihood of extension
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high‑profile HV project with long‑term scope and strong day rate.
To apply or request further information, please get in touch.
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience operating as a Principal Contractor Site Manager within the High Voltage (HV) sector
- SR163 nomination experience essential
- Strong background delivering works on National Grid or safety‑critical power infrastructure projects
- Day‑to‑day management of site operatives, subcontractors and specialist HV teams
- Development and implementation of Construction Phase Plans, Site Quality Plans and RAMS
- Preparation of daily SSoW and safe allocation of works
- Delivery of site inductions, Toolbox Talks and daily briefings
- Conducting regular H&S inspections and ensuring full regulatory and client compliance
- Programme management experience, ensuring milestones are achieved
- Confident liaising with contractors, client teams and National Grid representatives
- Strong approach to quality control, issue resolution and site coordination
- Excellent document control, maintaining accurate records and site diaries
- SSE Authorisation (minimum CAT1C) highly desirable
This description retains the employer/company‑level details included in the original posting.
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