Location: Alyth, PH12 8RJ (Location Independent Worker)
Start Date: 03/08/2026
Duration: Until January 2028
Hours: 50 Hours per Week (Monday-Friday, 10 Hours per Day)
Rate: £400.00 per day
Payment: LTD (Outside IR35), PAYE or Umbrella
Accommodation/Per Diem: None
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Manager to join a major substation upgrade project in Alyth. This is an excellent long-term opportunity with a leading engineering organisation delivering critical UK power infrastructure works.
The successful candidate will take a leading role on site, coordinating supervisors, subcontractors and work activities while supporting the Senior Site Manager and Project Manager to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to programme.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate site supervisors, operatives and subcontractors across multiple work fronts
Ensure works are delivered safely, on programme, to specification and within budget
Coordinate daily site activities and liaise with other contractors to ensure efficient delivery
Lead by example in maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, quality and environmental compliance
Support the preparation and completion of project documentation and milestone deliverables
Monitor progress and proactively identify and report potential delays or issues
Ensure Siemens Energy and client procedures are followed at all times
Complete site records, task cards, timesheets and project documentation accuratelyEssential Experience:
Previous experience as a Site Manager or Senior Supervisor within HV substation, transmission or power infrastructure projects
Strong background in mechanical and electrical installation activities
Experience working on National Grid, SSE, SPEN or similar electricity transmission projects
Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills
Ability to manage multiple work fronts while maintaining safety and quality standardsRequired Qualifications:
CSCS Card
SMSTS
Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC)
SSE Authorised C1 (minimum)Ideal Candidate:
Apprentice trained with NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and a minimum of three years' supervisory experience, or degree qualified with at least two years' supervisory experience within the electricity supply industry, power generation, oil & gas or major construction projects.
If you're an experienced Site Manager with HV substation experience looking for your next long-term contract, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today with your latest CV.
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Salary description
£400.00 - £400.00 per day