SR163 Site Manager

Role – SR163 Site Manager

Location – Manchester

Mint Selection are partnering with a leading organisation within the energy sector to recruit an experienced SR163 Site Manager for an immediate start on an 18-month contract based in Manchester.

Scope of Work

• Supervise daily site activities across the BESS project, including HV/LV installation works, cabling, containment, substations, inverter stations, and associated balance of plant works.
• Coordinate and oversee site operatives and subcontractors to ensure works are carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with drawings and specifications.
• Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality (HSEQ) standards and site permit-to-work systems.
• Support the Project Manager with progress reporting, quality checks, and coordination with other disciplines including civil, electrical, and commissioning teams.
• Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and site inductions to maintain safe working practices.
• Monitor site progress and workmanship, ensuring adherence to project schedules and quality requirements.
• Complete and maintain site records, including daily diaries, permits, inspections, and test records.
• Liaise with suppliers, delivery teams, and subcontractors to manage material and equipment logistics on site.
• Identify and report any risks, delays, or non-conformances to the Project Manager.
• Support commissioning, energisation, and handover by ensuring all works are completed and verified to the required standards.
• Ensure all works are delivered in line with National Grid SR163 requirements and project procedures.

Experience to be Considered

• Proven experience as a Site Manager on BESS, substation, renewable energy, or large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of National Grid SR163 requirements and grid connection projects.
• Strong working knowledge of electrical installation techniques including HV/LV systems, substations, cabling, containment, and earthing systems.
• Experience supervising multi-skilled site teams and subcontractors under tight programme requirements.
• Sound knowledge of HSEQ procedures, permits, and safe systems of work.
• Good communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to maintain a strong site presence and proactive approach.
• Experience supporting commissioning and energisation activities on grid-connected projects would be advantageous.

These will be 18-month contracts, outside IR35.

If interested, please apply within or contact Harry Arnold.

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